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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A representative for Motion Picture Association-Canada, which represents U.S. streaming companies, didn’t respond to a request for comment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Through the restructuring, BuzzFeed’s leaders said, the company will aim to grow its audience and bolster its positon in free streaming content.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
The star had previously told fans they were "never gonna go on streaming", but said she had "begrudgingly" changed her mind after fans clamoured to hear them.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Afterward, you might even be tempted to watch the previous 49 seasons of the show—a feat that would only take you 22 days of continuous streaming.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Everything is bright: bright peach walls, bright blue furniture, bright sunlight streaming in through big bright windows.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
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