Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gulf-stream
noun
/ɡʌlf striːm/
Definition
A warm ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico and flows into the Atlantic Ocean.
Examples
- The Gulf Stream carries warm water across the Atlantic Ocean.
- Scientists study the Gulf Stream to understand climate patterns.
- Fishery dynamics in the North Atlantic are affected by changes in the Gulf Stream.
Meaning
The Gulf Stream is one of the most important ocean currents in the world, significantly influencing the climate of North America and Europe.
Synonyms
- ocean current
- marine current
- tidal stream
