Definition

To move or carry something horizontally, especially in a fluid, by the process of advection.

Example

The ocean currents advect warm water towards the coast.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that ocean currents can advect warm water to colder regions?

Really? I didn't realize that was how it worked.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they can advect nutrients as well.

Nature has its own way of balancing everything, doesn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Advect is formed from "ad-" (meaning to or towards) and "vehere" (meaning to carry). The word describes the action of carrying something towards a specific direction or location, often used in a scientific context to refer to the movement of substances in a fluid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'carrying towards' — 'ad-' means to or towards, and 'vehere' means to carry, which helps you remember that advect refers to the movement of something being carried in a specific direction.

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