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livestream

/ˈlaɪvstriːm/
live broadcast over the internet

The company announced its new product via a livestream.

The company used a live internet broadcast to reveal its new product.


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

Synonyms

live broadcastreal-time streamlive video

Antonyms

pre-recorded videoon-demand content

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
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