streamer

American  

[stree-mer] / ˈstri mər /

noun

1. something that streams.

   streamers of flame.

2. a long, narrow flag or pennant.

3. a long, flowing ribbon, feather, or the like used for ornament, as in dress.

4. any long, narrow piece or thing, as a spray of a plant or a strip of cloud.

5. a stream of light, especially one appearing in some forms of the aurora borealis.

6. Electricity. an electric discharge in a narrow stream from a point of high potential on a charged body.

7. Astronomy. a long extension of the solar corona, several solar radii long.

8. Journalism. banner.

9. a parachute that comes out of its packing in a long stream but does not expand.

10. Digital Technology.

    1. a person who accesses and consumes streaming media, as television shows, movies, or music albums, over the internet.

    2. a person who publishes or transmits livestreaming media, with commentary or other additional content, on the internet.

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streamer British  

/ ˈstriːmə /

noun

1. a long narrow flag or part of a flag

2. a long narrow coiled ribbon of coloured paper that becomes unrolled when tossed

3. a stream of light, esp one appearing in some forms of the aurora

4. journalism a large heavy headline printed across the width of a page of a newspaper

5. computing another word for tape streamer

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Etymology

Origin of streamer

First recorded in 1250–1300, streamer is from the Middle English word stremer. See stream, -er ¹

Example Sentences

The streamer is looking to expand its current two-game package to four games, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

All subscriptions listed in this story are for the cheapest, ad-supported plans each streamer offers, and are the price of an annual subscription.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The streamer did not confirm how long the pause would last, nor did it give further details on the nature of the injury.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

But around 60% of consumers said they would cancel their preferred streamer if the prices increased by $5.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

A torn yellow streamer tied to one of the iron bars wafted up in the breeze, waving the word caution.

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman

Related Words

• flag
• pennant