streaming

word · lemma: stream

Definition

Streaming is a way of playing video, music, or other media directly from the internet, without downloading it. It can also mean broadcasting content live online.

Usage & Nuances

Most common for watching movies, TV series, or live events over the internet. Used for both pre-recorded ('streaming movies') and live ('live streaming a concert') content. Colloquial and technical; often used as a noun or gerund.

Example Sentences

He loves streaming music from his phone.

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Many people watch movies by streaming them online.

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The concert will be streaming live tonight.

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Are you streaming the soccer game or watching on TV?

natural

With streaming, you don't need to download shows anymore.

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Podcasts are easy to find—just start streaming them anytime.

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