steamer

//ˈstiːmər//
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Noun

steamerSingular
steamersPlural
1

A ship or boat powered by steam.

The old steamer crossed the river every morning.

2

A container or device in which food is cooked by steam.

I used a steamer to cook the vegetables.

3

A type of soft-shell clam, especially one that is steamed for eating.

We ordered a bucket of steamers at the seafood restaurant.