steaming Meaning & Definition
What Does Steaming Mean?
Steaming is used as a noun meaning The action of steam on something. It can also mean The method of cooking by immersion in steam. As an adjective, it means Giving off steam. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of steam.
Word Facts for Steaming
| Part of speech | noun, adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈstiː.mɪŋ/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | wet, piping and steamy |
| Plural | steamings |
| Comparative / superlative | more steaming, most steaming |
Steaming Definition (Noun)
- The action of steam on something.
Steaming is fine for this fabric, as long as you keep the iron moving.
- The method of cooking by immersion in steam.
Their favorite way to cook clams is steaming.
- The act or process of seafaring under steam power.
Steaming was their preferred way to travel until airliners came along.
- The raising of steam by a steam locomotive etc; the maintenance of a head of steam during operation; operation under load.
Two 4-4-0s were steaming through the scenic foothills, giving rides to tourists.
- A form of robbery in which a large gang moves swiftly and violently through a bus or train.
Steaming as an Adjective
- Giving off steam.
We were served with steaming bowls of soup.
- Extremely hot
- Very angry.
I was steaming when I heard about their betrayal.
- Extremely drunk.
Steaming as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of steam
Verb
- To cook with steam.
The best way to cook artichokes is to steam them.
- To expose to the action of steam; to apply steam to for softening, dressing, or preparing.
to steam wood or cloth
- To produce or vent steam.
- To rise in vapour; to issue, or pass off, as vapour.
Our breath steamed in the cold winter air.
- To become angry; to fume; to be incensed.
- To make angry.
It really steams me to see her treat him like that.
- To be covered with condensed water vapor.
With all the heavy breathing going on the windows were quickly steamed in the car.
- To travel by means of steam power.
The ship steamed out of the harbour
- To move with great or excessive purposefulness.
If he heard of anyone picking the fruit he would steam off and lecture them.
- To exhale.
Noun
- A form of robbery in which a large gang moves swiftly and violently through a bus, train, etc.; see Steaming (crime).
- Relating to the ability of a steam locomotive (etc.) to raise steam.
Synonyms of Steaming
Steaming synonyms and antonyms →Steaming in a Sentence
Steaming is fine for this fabric, as long as you keep the iron moving.
Their favorite way to cook clams is steaming.
Steaming was their preferred way to travel until airliners came along.
Two 4-4-0s were steaming through the scenic foothills, giving rides to tourists.
We were served with steaming bowls of soup.
I was steaming when I heard about their betrayal.
The best way to cook artichokes is to steam them.
to steam wood or cloth
Our breath steamed in the cold winter air.
It really steams me to see her treat him like that.
With all the heavy breathing going on the windows were quickly steamed in the car.
The ship steamed out of the harbour
If he heard of anyone picking the fruit he would steam off and lecture them.
Word Forms & Grammar
steaming (countable and uncountable, plural steamings)
steaming (comparative more steaming, superlative most steaming)
steaming
Words That Rhyme With Steaming
Origin of Steaming
By surface analysis, steam + -ing.
How Do You Say Steaming?
Steaming is pronounced /ˈstiː.mɪŋ/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (stiː).
Frequently Asked Questions About Steaming
Is steaming a noun or an adjective?
Steaming is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective and a verb.
What is another word for steaming?
You can replace steaming with words such as wet, piping and steamy. See the full list of steaming synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of steaming?
The plural of steaming is steamings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of steaming?
The comparative form is more steaming and the superlative form is most steaming.