peak flow
"Peak flow" is a term used in various fields such as medicine and hydrology to describe the maximum rate of flow or discharge.
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Definition
B2Respiratory Medicine
(technical, medical)The highest rate at which air can be exhaled from the lungs, used to assess lung function.
Example
- Doctors often measure peak flow to monitor asthma patients.
- Using a peak flow meter, she checked her lung function every morning.
C1Hydrology
(technical, environmental)The maximum rate of water discharge from a river or stream, usually during a flood or storm.
Example
- The peak flow of the river was recorded after the heavy rains.
- Engineers designed the dam to withstand peak flow during severe weather events.
B2General
(general)The highest rate or level of a process, activity, or measurement at a specific time.
Example
- The peak flow of internet traffic occurs during the evening.
- Factories often operate at peak flow during the holiday season to meet demand.
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