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Definitions from the WebNorth Equatorial CurrentDescription:The North Equatorial Current refers to a warm ocean current that flows eastward across the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans in the region near the equator. It is part of the complex global system of currents known as the oceanic circulation. Senses:Sense 1:Noun - Geography A major surface current originating near the equator and flowing towards the west. Sample Sentence:The North Equatorial Current influences the climate of regions it passes through, such as providing warm water to the Caribbean Sea. Sense 2:Noun - Oceanography An eastward-flowing tropical current located north of the equator. Sample Sentence:The North Equatorial Current joins the South Equatorial Current near the Philippines. Sense 3:Noun - Climatology A warm oceanic current that influences weather patterns in regions it traverses. Sample Sentence:The North Equatorial Current contributes to the formation of El Niņo events in the Pacific Ocean. Related Products: | ||||
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