Streak Definition & Meaning
streak
- noun
- an unbroken series of events; "had a streak of bad luck"; "Nicklaus had a run of birdies"
- a distinctive characteristic; "he has a stubborn streak"; "a streak of wildness"
- a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background; "a green toad with small black stripes or bars"; "may the Stars and Stripes forever wave"
- a sudden flash (as of lightning)
- verb
- move quickly in a straight line; "The plane streaked across the sky"
- run naked in a public place
- mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained
"Streak" in song lyrics
See how streak is used in real songs:
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"High-top fade, with no need for a blonde streak"
3rd Bass f/ K.M.D. — Ace in the Hole -
"You see more diamonds than they got on Blue Streak"
Big Tymers f/ Lil' Wayne — Sunday Night -
"I got the baddest of speech, savage streak"
Brad Strut f/ Trem — Incite the Premises
Words that rhyme with streak
Usage tips for "streak"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "streak" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for streak to find words that pair well.