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streaming

noun \ˈstrē-miŋ\
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Definition of streaming

  1. : sending a model's response token by token as it is generated, so text appears on screen immediately instead of all at the end

    • Streaming makes the app feel twice as fast, even when it isn't.
    • Turn on streaming for chat interfaces.

Two meanings, one word

In everyday English

Playing video or music over the internet as it downloads.

In AI

Sending a model's response token by token as it is generated, so text appears on screen immediately instead of all at the end.

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