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   Tur·bu·lence

   /ˈtərbyələns/

   

   noun

   • 1. violent or unsteady movement of air or water, or of some other fluid: "the plane shuddered as it entered some turbulence" Similar rough air currentsirregular atmospheric motionuneven air movementroughnessstorminesstempestuousnessheavinessviolencewildnesschoppinessagitationOpposite calmness
   • ▪ conflict; confusion: "a time of political turbulence" Similar turmoilinstabilityconflictupheavaltumulttroublesunrestfermentdisorderdisruptiondisturbancechaosconfusionSturm und DrangOpposite peacecalmness

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French, or from late Latin turbulentia, from turbulentus ‘full of commotion’ (see turbulent).

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › TurbulenceTurbulence - Wikipedia

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   In fluid dynamics, turbulence or turbulent flow is fluid motion characterized by chaotic changes in pressure and flow velocity. It is in contrast to a laminar flow , which occurs when a fluid flows in parallel layers, with no disruption between those layers.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › turbulenceTurbulence Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Synonyms of turbulence. : the quality or state of being turbulent: such as. a. : great commotion or agitation. emotional turbulence. b. : irregular atmospheric motion especially when characterized by up-and-down currents. c. : departure in a fluid from a smooth flow.

4. www.nytimes.com › article › airplane-turbulenceWhat You Need to Know About Turbulence on Airplanes - The New ...

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   May 21, 2024 · What is turbulence? Turbulence is unstable air movement that is caused by changes in wind speed and direction, such as jet streams, thunderstorms, and cold or warm...

5. www.nationalgeographic.com › travel › articleWhat causes turbulence, and what can you do if it happens to you?

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   Mar 3, 2023 · EXPLAINER. What causes turbulence, and what can you do if it happens to you? Here’s the science behind this natural and often scary phenomenon—and how to cope with it during a flight. By Michelle...

6. www.britannica.com › science › turbulenceTurbulence | Fluid Dynamics, Flow Patterns ... - Britannica

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   May 22, 2024 · turbulence, In fluid mechanics, a flow condition (see turbulent flow) in which local speed and pressure change unpredictably as an average flow is maintained. Common examples are wind and water swirling around obstructions, or fast flow ( Reynolds number greater than 2,100) of any sort.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › turbulenceTURBULENCE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   TURBULENCE definition: 1. a state of confusion without any order: 2. strong sudden movements within air or water: 3. a…. Learn more.

8. www.weather.gov › turbulence › turbulenceTurbulence - National Weather Service

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   Turbulence is an irregular motion of the air resulting from eddies and vertical currents. It may be as insignificant as a few annoying bumps or severe enough to momentarily throw an airplane out of control or to cause structural damage. Turbulence is associated with fronts, wind shear, thunderstorms, etc.