adjective
Definition: Referring to the direction or area that is closer to the end of a stream or river, or to the later stages of a process, especially in industrial contexts.
Example: The factory is located downstream from the river, which helps in the disposal of waste.
adverb
Definition: In the direction of the flow of a stream or river, typically towards where the water ends up.
Example: The fish swim downstream to find food and avoid predators.