streaming
Americannoun
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an act or instance of flowing.
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Also called protoplasmic streaming. Biology. rapid flowing of cytoplasm within a cell; cyclosis.
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Digital Technology. a technology for transferring data so that it can be received and processed in a steady stream.
streaming video.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of streaming
First recorded in 1350–1400, streaming is from the Middle English word streming. See stream, -ing 1
Vocabulary lists containing streaming
Computer Science and Technology - Middle School
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Example Sentences
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Still, the streaming giant seems to be focusing mainly on the edges of production -- from visualizing a concept early on to color-grading footage after filming wraps.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
The AGs and the judge exclude film production for the much larger and growing streaming market.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
ESPN’s direct-to-consumer streaming service, designed to lessen its dependency on declining cable TV revenue, is still in its nascent stage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Sir Keir Starmer's government had recently proposed new legislation to prevent streaming and catch-up rights being put behind a paywall for UK viewers.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
“I have to check my schedule. They’re streaming Columbo reruns on the Sleuth channel this month.”
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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