flow

/flou/ or /floʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a steady, continuous movement or stream of a fluid, gas, or quantity of something.

“The flow of water over the dam was impressive.”

2. noun

a smooth and natural movement or style of something.

“Her flow on the dance floor was mesmerizing.”

3. noun

a period of time during which something is produced or happens in large quantities.

“The flow of oil in the new wells is expected to be high.”

4. verb

to move or be moved smoothly and continuously, especially in a river or stream.

“The river flows into the ocean.”

5. verb

to be produced or happen in large quantities.

“The new factory will flow with goods.”

6. verb

to change or develop smoothly and continuously.

“The idea will flow from the initial concept to the final product.”

7. verb

to allow something to move or be moved smoothly and continuously.

“Please flow the water into the pool.”

8. verb

to play or perform music smoothly and continuously.

“The jazz band will flow through the night.”

9. verb

to have a smooth and natural movement or style, especially in speech or writing.

“She flows well in interviews.”

10. noun

a state of being in a smooth and continuous movement or stream.

“The flow of the game was in our favor.”

11. noun

the smooth and natural movement or style of something, especially in speech or writing.

“Her flow is effortless.”

Synonyms

  • cascade
  • current
  • movement
  • pour
  • stream

Antonyms

  • blockage
  • obstruction