turbulence

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noun tur·bu·lence \ˈtÉ™r-byÉ™-lÉ™n(t)s\

: sudden, violent movements of air or water

: a state of confusion, violence, or disorder

Full Definition of TURBULENCE

:  the quality or state of being turbulent: as

a :  great commotion or agitation <emotional turbulence>

b :  irregular atmospheric motion especially when characterized by up-and-down currents

c :  departure in a fluid from a smooth flow

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Examples of TURBULENCE

1. The plane hit quite a bit of turbulence during our flight.
2. A period of turbulence preceded the riots.

First Known Use of TURBULENCE

1595