streaming

American

[stree-ming] / ˈstri mɪŋ /

noun

an act or instance of flowing.
Also called protoplasmic streaming. Biology. rapid flowing of cytoplasm within a cell; cyclosis.
Digital Technology. a technology for transferring data so that it can be received and processed in a steady stream.

streaming video.

streaming Scientific

/ strē′mĭng /

Relating to information that is transmitted in real time over the Internet, instead of being sent first as a file and then opened after it has been downloaded.

Other Word Forms

streamingly adverb
unstreaming adjective

Etymology

Origin of streaming

First recorded in 1350–1400, streaming is from the Middle English word streming. See stream, -ing ¹

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Example Sentences

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Netflix shares fall steeply premarket, but “the primary issue was overly optimistic expectations” around the streaming giant’s margins and its pricing in the U.S., the analysts write.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

During his tenure, Hastings oversaw the substantial growth of the streaming colossus.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

That will come from rival streaming firms, particularly if Paramount Skydance's planned takeover of Warner ⁠Bros goes ahead, but also from social media firms like TikTok and Youtube.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The streaming giant reported net income of $5.28 billion, compared to $2.89 billion in the same quarter a year earlier.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

“Ready now,” she said with satisfaction, wiping her streaming eyes with a corner of her sari.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya

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