Astream

/əˈstrim/ adjective

Definition

In a state of flowing like a stream; streaming or flowing in a continuous manner.

Etymology

From 'a-' (meaning 'in a state of') plus 'stream.' This compound describes the condition or state of flowing like water in a stream.

Kelly Says

This poetic word captures that hypnotic sense of water flowing—'hair astream in the wind' sounds far more romantic than just 'streaming hair,' and it shows how English word-building can create subtle emotional shifts!

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