stream
stream Lexical Profile
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• noun
A continuous transmission of data, particularly audio or video, delivered over a network to a user's device.
"The live stream of the concert was watched by thousands of fans around the world."
A small, narrow river or naturally flowing body of water.
"We followed the rocky path until we reached a clear, babbling stream in the woods."
A continuous, unbroken flow of liquid, air, gas, people, or things moving in a specific direction.
"A steady stream of commuters poured out of the train station during the morning rush hour."
• verb
To transmit or receive digital data continuously over a computer network for immediate playback.
"Many households now stream movies and television shows instead of paying for traditional cable."
To run or move freely and continuously in a specific direction.
"Tears streamed down her face as she read the heartfelt letter from her sister."
To trail, extend, or wave outward in a current of air or water.
"The school's brightly colored banners streamed in the strong autumn wind."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'strēam', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'stroom' and German 'Strom', originating from an Indo-European root meaning 'to flow'.
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