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Definition streak in American English

streak noun

[countable] noun
/strik/
1

a line or long mark on something that is a different color than the color surrounding it

Example

The bird can be recognized by the dark streaks on its breast.

Example

a streak of lightning (=a long line of lightning)

Synonyms and related words
a burst of color band blaze
1.1

lines of a lighter color that you put in your hair

Synonyms and related words
backcomb barbershop blow-dry
2

a part of someone's character, or a type of behavior that is different from the rest of their character

Example

The child has a stubborn streak.

Example

There may be a streak of insanity in the family.

Definition streak in American English