excurrent

ex·cur·rent

adj \(ˌ)ek-ˈskər-ənt, -ˈskə-rənt\

Definition of EXCURRENT

1

: characterized by a current that flows outward <the clam's excurrent siphon>

2

: having the axis prolonged to form an undivided main stem or trunk (as in conifers) — compare deliquescent 2

Origin of EXCURRENT

Latin excurrent-, excurrens, present participle of excurrere to run out, extend, from ex- + currere to run — more at car

First Known Use: 1826

Rhymes with EXCURRENT

concurrent, crosscurrent, decurrent, deterrent, occurrent, recurrent, rip current, susurrant