turbulence

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Noun 1.1.1 Related terms 1.1.2 Translations 1.2 See also

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turbulence (countable and uncountable; plural turbulences)

1. (uncountable) The state or fact of being turbulent or agitated; tempestuousness, disturbance.
2. (uncountable) Disturbance in a gas or fluid, characterized by evidence of internal motion or unrest.
3. (uncountable) Specifically, a state of agitation or disturbance in the air which is disruptive to an aircraft.
4. An instance or type of such state or disturbance.

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• turbulent

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• mechanical turbulence
• thermal turbulence