turbulence

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈtəːbjʊl(ə)ns/
• Hyphenation: tur‧bu‧lence

Noun

Singular turbulence

Plural turbulences

1. (uncountable) Turbulence is a violent or unsteady movement of gases and liquids.

   Pilots will instruct passengers to return to their seats whenever the aircraft is experiencing turbulence.

Related words

• turbulent