1. to move steadily and continuously in a particular direction
2. to proceed smoothly and readily

1. the action or fact of moving along in a steady, continuous stream
2. the rate or speed at which something flows

Examples

• Water flows down the mountain stream.
• Traffic flows smoothly on the highway.
• The conversation flowed naturally between old friends.
• The river has a strong flow after the heavy rains.
• We need to measure the flow of gas through the pipe.
• Her ideas flow from one topic to another.
• The flow of tourists increased during summer.