advection noun. [ǝd'vɛkʃ(ǝ)n] E20.
[Latin advectio(n-), from advehere, from ad AD- + vehere carry: see -ION.]
Flow of matter within the atmosphere, the oceans, or in any fluid, esp. horizontally; transfer of heat etc. brought about by such motion.

■ advect verb trans. convey (fluid, heat, etc.) by advection M20.

■ advective adjective of, pertaining to, or brought about by advection E20.

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