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BOUNDARY LAYER

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Boundary Layer.

Boundary Layer - as a noun

The layer of slower flow of a fluid past a surface

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"The boundary layer of air that surrounds an airplane affects its aerodynamic performance."
"Ocean currents can create a boundary layer of warm water along the coast."
"The boundary layer of a river is the interface between the moving water and the riverbed."
"Turbulence often occurs in the boundary layer of the atmosphere, causing bumpy airplane rides."
"The thickness of the boundary layer on a wing can greatly impact its lift characteristics."
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