streamer
Americannoun
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something that streams.
streamers of flame.
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a long, narrow flag or pennant.
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a long, flowing ribbon, feather, or the like used for ornament, as in dress.
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any long, narrow piece or thing, as a spray of a plant or a strip of cloud.
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a stream of light, especially one appearing in some forms of the aurora borealis.
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Electricity. an electric discharge in a narrow stream from a point of high potential on a charged body.
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Astronomy. a long extension of the solar corona, several solar radii long.
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Journalism. banner.
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a parachute that comes out of its packing in a long stream but does not expand.
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Digital Technology.
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a person who accesses and consumes streaming media, as television shows, movies, or music albums, over the internet.
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a person who publishes or transmits livestreaming media, with commentary or other additional content, on the internet.
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noun
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a long narrow flag or part of a flag
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a long narrow coiled ribbon of coloured paper that becomes unrolled when tossed
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a stream of light, esp one appearing in some forms of the aurora
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journalism a large heavy headline printed across the width of a page of a newspaper
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computing another word for tape streamer
Etymology
Origin of streamer
First recorded in 1250–1300, streamer is from the Middle English word stremer. See stream, -er 1
Example Sentences
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In the high-tech megacity of Shenzhen in southern China, Prince Andrew looked on as dancers spun and waved streamers to entertain an audience of investors and innovators.
From BBC
Simultaneously, Netflix was up nearly 14 percent, as many investors concluded the fight had not been worth it for the streamer.
From Barron's
But over time having a more compelling offer could allow Paramount to raise prices, while less competition between streamers could mean people pay more overall for their streaming subscriptions.
From BBC
Netflix is the utility streamer, where all producers want their shows to turn up sooner or later.
While streamer Josh, who's been making content since 2016, says the game has been a huge part of his life for 25 years, and he can't imagine it any other way.
From BBC
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