Definition for IN'FLUX

IN'FLUX, n. [L. influxus, influo; in and fluo, to flow.]

  1. The act of flowing in; as, an influx of light or other fluid.
  2. Infusion; intromission. The influx of the knowledge of God, in relation to everlasting life, is infinitely of moment. Hale.
  3. Influence; power. [Not used.] Hale.
  4. A coming in; introduction; importation in abundance; as, a great influx of goods into a country, or an influx gold and silver.

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