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undercurrent
noun un·der·cur·rent \-ˌkər-ənt, -ˌkə-rənt\
: a flow of water that moves below the surface of the ocean or a river
: a hidden feeling or tendency that is usually different from the one that is easy to see or understand
Full Definition of UNDERCURRENT
1
: a current below the upper currents or surface
2
: a hidden opinion, feeling, or tendency often contrary to the one publicly shown
— undercurrent adjective
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First Known Use of UNDERCURRENT
1683
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undercurrent
noun un·der·cur·rent \ˈən-dər-ˌkər-ənt\
Definition of UNDERCURRENT for Kids
1
: a flow of water that moves below the surface
2
: a hidden feeling or tendency often different from the one openly shown <She sensed an undercurrent of dissatisfaction.>
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