Canadian English Meaning of transient

transient

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Definitions and Meaning of transient in English

Wordnet

transient (n)

one who stays for only a short time

(physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load

Wordnet

transient (a)

of a mental act; causing effects outside the mind

Wordnet

transient (s)

lasting a very short time

Webster

transient (a.)

Passing before the sight or perception, or, as it were, moving over or across a space or scene viewed, and then disappearing; hence, of short duration; not permanent; not lasting or durable; not stationary; passing; fleeting; brief; transitory; as, transient pleasure.

Hasty; momentary; imperfect; brief; as, a transient view of a landscape.

Staying for a short time; not regular or permanent; as, a transient guest; transient boarders.

Webster

transient (n.)

That which remains but for a brief time.

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transient

one who stays for only a short time, (physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load, of a mental act; c

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