- present participle of stream.
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
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Example Sentences
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After all, multicam sitcoms such as “Friends” and “Seinfeld” are consistently among the most-watched series on streaming.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Radio Caroline said the presenter did not realise they were off air because, as is common practice, they were streaming the programme remotely.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Netflix made deals with Spotify and iHeartMedia to bring popular video podcasts, including “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” “The Breakfast Club” and “My Favorite Murder” to its streaming service.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Pushing back against speculation regarding his political loyalties, Ellison pledged “independence” for his newsrooms and argued that the combined entity would control only a fraction of the streaming market.
From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2026
Like dogs all across America, Fred was glued to his human’s TV, watching the new episode of Dog Squad that had just started streaming that night.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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