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to steam
01
to release hot water vapor into the air
Intransitive
Examples
As the kettle heated up, it began to steam, signaling that the water was boiling.
The hot cup of coffee steamed in the cold morning air.
02
to cook using the steam of boiling water
Transitive: to steam food
Examples
She loves to steam vegetables for a healthy side dish.
The chef prefers to steam fish rather than fry it to retain its natural flavors.
03
(of a ship or train) to travel using engines fueled by steam
Intransitive: to steam to a direction
Examples
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.
04
to subject something to hot water vapor for cleaning, sanitizing, or treating purposes
Transitive: to steam sth
Examples
The kitchen staff regularly steam the restaurant's stainless steel appliances.
He used a handheld steamer to steam the wrinkles out of his suit before the important meeting.
05
to become angry or enraged
Intransitive
Examples
He began to steam when he realized his car had been towed from the no-parking zone.
She was steaming after discovering her roommate had eaten her leftovers without asking.
06
to rise as or turn into vapor
Intransitive
Examples
The hot soup continued to steam as it simmered on the stove.
The freshly brewed coffee steamed in the mug.
Steam
01
the hot gas produced when water is heated to the boiling point
Examples
Steam rose from the kettle as the water reached its boiling point.
The old train moved forward, powered by steam from its engine.
1.1
energy or power produced by the pressure of boiling water vapor
Examples
The factory operated using steam from the boilers.
Steam engines powered trains in the 19th century.
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