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Meaning of the word streaming in English

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streaming

US /ˈstriː.mɪŋ/
UK /ˈstriː.mɪŋ/
"streaming" picture

Noun

the activity of listening to or watching sound or video directly from the internet rather than downloading it

Example:
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Many people prefer streaming movies to buying DVDs.
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Live streaming of concerts has become very popular.
Synonym:
broadcasting webcasting online playback

Adjective

flowing or moving in a continuous current

Example:
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Tears were streaming down her face.
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Light was streaming through the window.
Synonym:
flowing gushing pouring running
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