Meaning & use
current
Belonging to or happening in the present time.
See it in a sentence
The current mayor has held office for three years now.
Please check the current exchange rate before you exchange your money.
A note on using this word
As a noun, current refers to a continuous flow, as in ocean current or electric current.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A continuous, directional flow of water, air, or electricity.
The swimmer was pulled off course by a strong current.
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