streak

UK: /striːk/ | US: /striːk/

Definition

  1. n. a long, thin mark or line differing in color or texture from its surroundings

  2. n. a continuous period of specified success or luck (e.g., "a winning streak")

  3. vt. to mark with streaks

  4. vi. to move swiftly in a line

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Etymology

The word "streak" originates from Old English strica, meaning "line, stroke, or mark," which is related to the Proto-Germanic strikon (to stroke, rub). It evolved to denote both physical marks (e.g., a streak of paint) and abstract sequences (e.g., a streak of luck). The verb form emerged later, reflecting the action of creating lines or moving swiftly.

Examples

  1. A streak of lightning lit up the night sky.

  2. She has a streak of creativity in her artwork.

  3. The team extended their winning streak to ten games.

  4. He streaked past the finish line in record time.

  5. Tears streaked her face as she ran.