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

Kennedy advises regular steamer users to clean them monthly. —Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024

Beyond gas, Amazon Prime members can save big with discounts available on everything from luggage and luggage tags to portable steamers, portable coolers, and more to make planning the ultimate getaway a breeze. —Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2024

To do so, place the claws in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water, cover, and steam for about five to ten minutes, depending on their size. —Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2024

It's made from ultra-durable 3-ply stainless steel, and comes with both pasta and steamer inserts to make this one of the most versatile pieces in your kitchen. —Belle Bakst, Bon Appétit, 9 Oct. 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