current
B1Frequent NGSL-1UK /ˈkʌrənt/US /ˈkɜːrənt/
Meaning
adjective
happening now; of the present time
“The necklace would be worth over $5 000 at current prices.”
noun
the movement of water in the sea or a river; the movement of air in a particular direction
“with the current, It's easier to go with the current.”
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