The turbulence
Example: Turbulence causes sudden movement of aircraft due to air currents
Definition
"The turbulence" refers to irregular or violent movements of air that cause sudden and unpredictable shifts in an aircraft's motion during flight. It often results from changes in wind speed and direction, impacting the stability and comfort of air travel.
Etymology
The word "turbulence" originates from the Latin word 'turbulentia,' meaning disturbance or commotion. It was adopted into English in the late 16th century, initially describing disorderly motion in fluids, which perfectly fits its current use in aviation to describe chaotic air currents.
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"The turbulence" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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