Meaning & Definition of word "Stream"
Stream
/striːm/
noun:
- 1. A small, narrow river.
- Example: The children played by the stream, skipping stones across the water.
- 2. A continuous flow of data or information.
- Example: She watched the live stream of the concert from her home.
- 3. A steady flow of something.
- Example: There was a stream of traffic on the highway during rush hour.
verb:
- 1. To flow out or forth continuously.
- Example: The water streams down the mountain after the rain.
- 2. To transmit data, especially multimedia content, over a network.
- Example: I like to stream movies instead of downloading them.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old English 'stream', meaning 'current, flow of water'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
stream of consciousness:
A narrative mode that attempts to capture the flow of thoughts and feelings.
streamlining processes:
Making a process more efficient by removing unnecessary steps.
go with the flow:
To be relaxed and accept the changes without resistance.
Related Words
current:
A flow of water or air, often referring to the ocean or river.
torrent:
A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid.
Slang Meanings of stream
Meaning: To stream (content)
● Example Sentence: I’m going to stream that new game all night!
Meaning: Streaming exhibit
● Example Sentence: Check out the streaming exhibit online!