Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈstiː.mɪŋ/
Pronunciation notes
- UK
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ˈstiːm.ɪŋ
Pronunciation notes
- GB
Noun
The action of steam on something.
Usage- Countable
- Uncountable
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Steaming is fine for this fabric, as long as you keep the iron moving.
The method of cooking by immersion in steam.
Usage- Countable
- Uncountable
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Their favorite way to cook clams is steaming.
The act or process of seafaring under steam power.
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- Uncountable
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Steaming was their preferred way to travel until airliners came along.
The raising of steam by a steam locomotive etc; the maintenance of a head of steam during operation; (metonymic) operation under load.
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- Uncountable
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Two 4-4-0s were steaming through the scenic foothills, giving rides to tourists.
More examples (1)
The response to firing is remarkable, and though the 280 lb. pressure seems more in the nature of a reserve for emergencies than a continuous working figure, even with the present-day apology for coal it seldom fell below 250 lb., and could always be brought up to blowing-off point with little difficulty. To this liveliness of steaming the thermic syphons are doubtless the chief contributory.
The perfect steaming and beautiful mechanical condition of the Pacific were immediately apparent.
A form of robbery in which a large gang moves swiftly and violently through a bus or train.
Usage- UK usage
- Countable
- Informal
- Uncountable
Adjective
Giving off steam.
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We were served with steaming bowls of soup.
Extremely hot
Very angry.
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I was steaming when I heard about their betrayal.
Extremely drunk.
Usage- UK usage
- Slang
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‘Will it help or hinder if I tell you I was steaming that evening and remember nothing, full stop?’
Adjective
filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist
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a steaming kettle
steamy towels
Adverb
(used of heat) extremely
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the casserole was piping hot