Meaning of the word downstream in English
What does downstream mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
downstream
US /ˌdaʊnˈstriːm/
UK /ˌdaʊnˈstriːm/
Adverb
1.
in the direction in which a stream or river flows
Example:
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The boat drifted downstream with the current.
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We walked downstream for about a mile.
2.
at a later stage in a process or series of events
Example:
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Any problems identified now will be more expensive to fix downstream.
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The impact of these changes will be felt downstream in the supply chain.
Adjective
1.
situated or moving in the direction in which a stream or river flows
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The village is located on the downstream side of the dam.
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They are building a new factory downstream from the city.
2.
relating to a later stage in a process or series of events, especially in a commercial or industrial process
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The company is focusing on downstream activities like marketing and distribution.
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Downstream processing of raw materials adds value to the product.