flow — to move steadily and continuously in a particular direction
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to move steadily and continuously in a particular direction
Pronunciation (IPA): /floʊ/
Example Sentences
- My creativity flows better after drinking three cups of coffee.
- The conversation flowed naturally between the old friends.
- Money flows out of my wallet faster than water flows downhill.
flow
VERB[/floʊ/]
to move steadily and continuously in a particular direction
to move steadily and continuously in a particular direction
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'flowan', derived from Germanic roots. One of the most fundamental words expressing the movement of water and liquids, with origins tracing back to Proto-Germanic *flewanan.
Breakdown
Old English 'flowan' (to flow) → Modern English 'flow'. The root relates to Proto-Germanic *flew-, expressing the concept of liquid motion and continuous movement.
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📝Examples
“My creativity flows better after drinking three cups of coffee.”
“The conversation flowed naturally between the old friends.”
“Money flows out of my wallet faster than water flows downhill.”
“Data flows through the network at high speed.”
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