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to steam
01
to release hot water vapor into the air
Intransitive
Example
The hot cup of coffee steamed in the cold morning air.
The pot of soup on the stove started to steam, filling the kitchen with a savory aroma.
As the kettle heated up, it began to steam, signaling that the water was boiling.
02
to cook using the steam of boiling water
Transitive: to steam food
Example
You can steam dumplings by placing them in a steamer basket over boiling water.
She loves to steam vegetables for a healthy side dish.
Instead of boiling, I like to steam my rice to achieve a fluffy texture.
03
(of a ship or train) to travel using engines fueled by steam
Intransitive: to steam to a direction
Example
The steamship steamed across the Atlantic Ocean, carrying passengers and cargo to New York City.
The locomotive steamed through the countryside, chugging along the scenic route.
The naval destroyer steamed at full speed toward the enemy fleet, ready for battle.
04
to subject something to hot water vapor for cleaning, sanitizing, or treating purposes
Transitive: to steam sth
Example
The kitchen staff regularly steam the restaurant 's stainless steel appliances.
The clothing manufacturer steamed the garments to remove wrinkles and ensure a crisp finish before packaging.
He used a handheld steamer to steam the wrinkles out of his suit before the important meeting.
05
to become angry or enraged
Intransitive
Example
He steamed silently as his colleague took credit for his idea in the meeting.
The customer service representative was steaming after dealing with a string of irate callers.
She was steaming after discovering her roommate had eaten her leftovers without asking.
06
to rise as or turn into vapor
Intransitive
Example
The geothermal hot spring steamed gently, its warm waters providing relaxation for bathers.
As the sun rose over the lake, the water 's surface began to steam.
The hot soup continued to steam as it simmered on the stove.
Steam
01
the hot gas produced when water is heated to the boiling point
Example
Steam rose from the kettle as the water reached its boiling point.
In the cold winter air, steam from their breath was visible as they spoke.
She carefully avoided the steam coming from the pot as she opened the lid.
Παράδειγμα
The hot cup of coffee steamed in the cold morning air.
The pot of soup on the stove started to steam, filling the kitchen with a savory aroma.
As the kettle heated up, it began to steam, signaling that the water was boiling.
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