advection
|ad-vec-tion|
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/ædˈvɛkʃən/
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/ədˈvɛkʃən/
horizontal fluid movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advection' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'advectio,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'vehere' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'advectio' transformed into the French word 'advection,' and eventually became the modern English word 'advection' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry toward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'horizontal movement of a fluid.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the horizontal movement of a fluid, especially the horizontal transport of atmospheric properties such as heat or humidity.
Advection plays a crucial role in weather patterns.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/14 23:06