nounπShareA device or object that works by the operation of steam."The old-fashioned steamers in the kitchen heated the water quickly for the tea. "devicemachinetechnologynauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA mode of transportation propelled by steam."In the 1800s, steamers were a common way to travel across the ocean. "vehiclenauticaltechnologymachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA babycino (frothy milk drink)."The barista made two lattes for the adults and two steamers for the children. "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA wetsuit with long sleeves and legs."Because the water was chilly, the surf instructor recommended that we all wear steamers for our lesson. "wearsportnauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe name of various animals."The marine biologist explained that "steamers" is a local nickname for soft-shell clams in that particular coastal region. "animalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA racehorse the odds of which are becoming shorter (that is, decreasing) because bettors are backing it.""The steamers in the third race are starting to worry me; everyone is betting on them, and their odds are dropping fast." "sportracebetanimalbusinesseconomyfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA member of a youth gang who engages in steaming (robbing and escaping in a large group)."The store owner recognized the group as steamers and quickly locked the display cases. "grouppersonpolicesocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA drinking session.""After a long week at work, the colleagues decided to have some steamers at the local bar." "drinkentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA dish made by cooking diced meat very slowly in a tightly sealed pot with a minimum of flavourings, allowing it to steam in its own juices; specifically such a dish made with kangaroo meat."My grandpa loves making steamers with kangaroo meat whenever we visit him in the Outback. "foodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA mug."I drank my hot chocolate from one of my favorite steamers this morning. "utensildrinkitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA homosexual man with a preference for passive partners.sexpersonhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA prostitute's client."The woman waited on the corner for steamers to approach. "sexpersonjobsocietyhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA gambler who increases a wager after losing."The gamblers at the poker table were known as steamers; they kept raising their bets after each losing hand. "betgameentertainmentpersonactionbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA kind of chest for luggage, having a flat or slightly curved top and usually covered in canvas, leather or patterned paper."My grandfather's antique steamer trunk held all his travel souvenirs from his youth. "itemmaterialbuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading