Subcurrent: meaning, definitions and examples

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subcurrent

[ ˈsʌbkʌrənt ]

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oceanography

A current in the ocean that flows beneath the surface and is usually undetectable from the surface.

Synonyms

submarine current, subsurface current, undercurrent

Examples of usage

The subcurrent in the Pacific Ocean is responsible for the circulation of nutrients.
Scientists use specialized equipment to study subcurrents in the deep sea.
The subcurrents in the Atlantic Ocean play a crucial role in the global climate system.

Translations

Translations of the word "subcurrent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 subcorrente

🇮🇳 उपधारा

🇩🇪 Unterstrom

🇮🇩 arus bawah

🇺🇦 підтечія

🇵🇱 podprąd

🇯🇵 底流 (ていりゅう)

🇫🇷 sous-courant

🇪🇸 subcorriente

🇹🇷 alt akım

🇰🇷 하층류 (하층류)

🇸🇦 تيار تحت السطح

🇨🇿 podproud

🇸🇰 podprúd

🇨🇳 底流 (dǐliú)

🇸🇮 podtok

🇮🇸 undirstraumur

🇰🇿 астынғы ағым

🇬🇪 ქვედა დინება

🇦🇿 alt axın

🇲🇽 subcorriente

Word origin

The word 'subcurrent' originated in the mid 19th century, combining the prefix 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'current'. It has been primarily used in the field of oceanography to describe hidden currents beneath the surface of the ocean. The study of subcurrents has provided valuable insights into ocean circulation patterns and their impact on marine ecosystems.