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Upstream
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Meanings of Upstream
Adjective
- Going against the flow of water in a river.
- Related to the beginning stages of making something.
Verb
- To move or send something up a stream.
- To give a computer fix to the original creators so they can use it.
Noun
- The part of a river that is closer to where it starts.
- The original creators of a computer program.
Adverb
- Moving against the current of water.
Explanation of the word: Upstream
Upstream means going against the flow of water in a river. It's like swimming up the river instead of floating down.
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Translations for the word: Upstream
hindi
ऊपर (Upar)
Upar
जलधारा के खिलाफ (Jaladhara ke khilaf)
Jaladhara ke khilaf
ऊपर की ओर (Upar ki or)
Upar ki or
Antonyms for the word: Upstream
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Upstream
What does 'upstream' mean?
'Upstream' means moving or located in the direction from which a river or stream flows. It can also mean going back to the source of something.
How do you pronounce 'upstream'?
You pronounce 'upstream' as 'up-streem'.
What is the origin of the word 'upstream'?
The word 'upstream' comes from the combination of 'up' meaning higher or towards the source, and 'stream' which refers to a flow of water.
What is the meaning of 'upstream' in Kannada?
The word 'upstream' in Kannada is 'ಮೇಲ್ಮಟ್ಟ' (Mēlmaṭṭa).