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ex·cur·rent | \ (ˌ)ek-ˈskər-ənt 
, -ˈskə-rənt \
, -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 sense 2
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The first known use of excurrent was in 1826
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