- current
- cur|rent1 [ `kʌrənt ] adjective usually before noun ***happening or existing now:Production is likely to remain at current levels.the current situation/climate: There are several reasons for the current political situation.the current trend (=the way things are developing): Given current trends, car usage will increase.a. believed or practiced by many people at the present time:current educational thinkingTwo theories were then widely current.b. correct or legal at the present time:Is this your current address?An attorney must have a current license to practice.currentcur|rent 2 [ `kʌrənt ] noun *count a strong movement of water in one direction:Strong currents and winds swept their boat out to sea.a. count a strong movement of air in one direction:Birds of prey use air currents to lift them.A fan supplies a current of fresh air.b. count or uncount a flow of electricity:electric currentcurrent of opinion/thought/feelingthe opinions/thoughts/feelings of the majority of people at a particular time
Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.