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What is another word for Stream? – 112 Stream Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    river brook creek flow current torrent flood surge wave tide runoff drainage watercourse channel conduit passage flux outflow effluent discharge emission seepage trickle drip gush spout jet rivulet rill streamlet tributary affluent influent

    Meaning of Stream

    The primary meaning of the word "Stream" is a small, narrow river or flow of water.

    Definitions

    • A small, narrow river or flow of water
    • * A flow of fluid, such as air or gas
    • * A flow of data or video in a continuous flow
    • * A series of items or events happening or done one after the other

    Etymology of Stream

    The word "Stream" originated from Old English "strēam", which is derived from Proto-Germanic "straumiz" and Proto-Indo-European "srou-"
    Historically, the word referred to a flow of water, and its meaning has since expanded to include other types of flows, such as air, gas, and data

    Example Uses

    • The stream ran through the center of the village
    • * The stream of air from the vent made the room feel cooler
    • * The company will stream the video live on their website
    • * The stream of people waiting to get into the concert was endless

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    drought dryness aridity barrenness desolation stagnation stillness calmness quietness silence blockage obstruction barrier dam hindrance impediment stoppage cessation