steamer

noun

steam·​er ˈstē-mər How to pronounce steamer (audio)
Synonyms of steamernext
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.
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In between dry cleaner drop-offs, use a steamer to de-wrinkle your suit. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 July 2026 Just heat them on your stovetop using a steamer basket or pop them in the microwave. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026 The second worst feeling is realizing your hotel doesn’t have a steamer or iron available. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 30 May 2026 The device is fully hands-free, and this is positioned as one of its main perks compared to traditional irons or travel steamers. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for steamer

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of steamer was in 1802

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steamer

noun
steam·​er ˈstē-mər How to pronounce steamer (audio)
1
: a container in which something is steamed
2
a
: a ship driven by steam
b
: an engine, machine, or vehicle run by steam

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