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Definition steam in American English

steam noun

[uncountable] noun
/stim/
1

the hot wet substance like a thin cloud that is produced when water is heated

Example

The steam from the volcano rose into the air.

Example

a steam bath

Synonyms and related words
bank billow cirrocumulus
1.1

the wet substance that forms on windows and mirrors when wet air suddenly becomes hot or cold

Example

Tom rubbed the steam from the window and peered outside.

Synonyms and related words
bank billow cirrocumulus
2

power that is created when water is heated

Example

The equipment was originally powered by steam.

Example

the age of steam (=when trains were operated by steam)

Synonyms and related words
biofuel biogas biomass
2.1

operated by steam

Example

a steam engine/locomotive/

Synonyms and related words
analog at the touch of a button automatic
Definition steam in American English