steamer

noun

steam·​er ˈstē-mər 

1

: a vessel in which articles are subjected to steam

2

a

: a ship propelled by steam

b

: an engine, machine, or vehicle operated or propelled by steam

3

: one that steams

4

: soft-shell clam

Examples of steamer in a Sentence

We rode a steamer down the Mississippi.

Recent Examples on the Web

So, much of my warm-weather wardrobe is made from linen and linen blend fabrics, which are super breathable, lightweight, and can easily be de-wrinkled with the help of a steamer, iron, or wrinkle spray. —Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 18 June 2024

There the steamer has remained and become a home for marine life. —Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 5 June 2024

To steam: Line steamer basket with steamer paper and place prepared dumplings in a single layer in the basket, with 1 inch between each. —Gretchen McKay, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2024

Just north of the Park is the steamer Continental, the engine of which is just below the surface. —Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing steamer

• steamer rug
• steamer trunk

Kids Definition

steamer

noun

steam·​er ˈstē-mər 

1

: a container in which something is steamed

2

a

: a ship driven by steam

b

: an engine, machine, or vehicle run by steam