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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IPidea has used a number of sneaky methods to get its software installed on consumer devices, including having its software preloaded on video streaming boxes and digital picture frames.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
Pairing Fox’s free streaming channel Tubi with the Roku TV channel could also help the combined company better compete with the likes of Amazon and Netflix in the battle to hoover up advertising dollars.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
The share of streaming films directed by women declined to just over 23%, the lowest it’s been since 2022, when the annual study began analyzing streaming and theatrical films separately.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
Roku is an attractive asset because its smart TV platform distributes streaming services to more than 100 million households.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
“Yeah, well, that was before he was streaming all over Disney Plus. Now? Why, I’d treat him like the big-shot star he is.”
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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