Meaning of the word streaming in English

What does streaming mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

streaming

US /ˈstriː.mɪŋ/

UK /ˈstriː.mɪŋ/

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

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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