streaming
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.watching video or listening to music directly from the internet without saving a file first.
n.the continuous transmission of audio or video files from a server to a client, allowing for immediate playback without local storage.
Simple“Streaming has become more popular than buying physical DVDs or CDs.”
In context“The rise of high-speed internet has made high-definition streaming the primary method for consuming television and film globally.”
UsageOften used as an uncountable noun or as a modifier before another noun like 'service' or 'platform'.
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.putting students into different classes based on their academic ability.
n.the practice of assigning students to different classes or groups based on their perceived academic ability or potential.
Simple“The school uses streaming for maths and science to help students learn at their own pace.”
In context“Educational researchers continue to debate whether streaming benefits high achievers or unfairly disadvantages those placed in lower-tier groups.”
Teacher's tipIn American English, this practice is more commonly referred to as 'tracking'.
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the continuous movement of a liquid or a crowd of people.
n.the act of moving in a steady, continuous flow, resembling a physical stream.
Simple“The streaming of the water down the mountain was a beautiful sight.”
In context“The constant streaming of commuters through the station gates created a chaotic atmosphere during the morning rush hour.”
Antonyms - 04 C1 Advanced
adj.moving or flowing out in a continuous way.
adj.characterised by a continuous flow or succession; often used to describe eyes or wounds.
Simple“She walked in from the rain with streaming hair and a wet coat.”
In context“He suffered from a streaming cold that left him unable to focus on the lecture.”
Usage streaming service · streaming platform · streaming services
From Middle English stremyng, stremynge, stremande, equivalent to stream + -ing.
From Middle English stremynge, equivalent to stream + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.