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streaked

/striหkt/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Marked with long, thin lines or bands of a different color or substance.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œThe sky was streaked with the orange and pink hues of the setting sun.โ€
  • โ€œShe had blonde hair that was streaked with subtle highlights.โ€
2.verb

To move very rapidly in a specified direction, often leaving a visual trail.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œA shooting star streaked across the night sky.โ€
  • โ€œThe jet streaked over the clouds at supersonic speeds.โ€
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'streke', from the Old English 'strica' (a line, stroke, or streak), of Germanic origin. It is related to the Middle Dutch 'streke' and German 'Strich'. The sense of 'moving rapidly' (as in 'streaking') emerged in the 20th century, likely from the visual effect of a streak of light.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a 'streak' of paint left on a wall; it's a long, thin mark.

Frequently Asked Questions About โ€œstreakedโ€

1. What is the meaning of โ€œstreakedโ€ in English?

In English, streaked (adjective) is defined as: โ€œMarked with long, thin lines or bands of a different color or substance.โ€.

2. How do you use โ€œstreakedโ€ in a sentence?

โ€œThe sky was streaked with the orange and pink hues of the setting sun.โ€

3. What are English synonyms of โ€œstreakedโ€?

Common synonyms include:striped,veined,lined,flashed,zoomed

4. What is the etymology and word origin of โ€œstreakedโ€?

Derived from the Middle English 'streke', from the Old English 'strica' (a line, stroke, or streak), of Germanic origin. It is related to the Middle Dutch 'streke' and German 'Strich'. The sense of 'moving rapidly' (as in 'streaking') emerged in the 20th century, likely from the visual effect of a streak of light.