livestream

/ˈlaɪvstriːm/
nounIntermediate
💻Technology
technical

A live broadcast transmitted over the internet, typically in real-time.

The gamer hosted a livestream of his latest gameplay session.

The gamer broadcasted his latest gameplay session live on the internet.

The musician performed an exclusive song during the livestream.

The musician played a special song during the live internet broadcast.

💡

Livestreams are commonly used for gaming, music performances, product launches, and educational content.

Collocations

go liveto start a livestreamwatch a livestreamto view a live internet broadcastlivestream platforma website or app that hosts livestreams

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Related Phrases

live chatphrase
a real-time text conversation during a livestream
streamerphrase
a person who broadcasts livestreams

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Livestreams are often used for gaming, tutorials, and events.

Gold Rule

Technical Context

Always use 'livestream' in the context of internet video broadcasting.

📖Word Origin

A compound of 'live' (real-time) and 'stream' (continuous flow of data). Popularized with the rise of internet video platforms.

📝Usage Notes

The term is commonly used in the context of online video platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Live.

Word Breakdown

live
real-time
root
+
stream
continuous flow of data
root
English Dictionary