steamer

noun

steam·​er ˈstē-mər 

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Using a hand steamer on your luggage can also help kill bedbugs and their eggs. — Kate Linderman, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

Use a clothes steamer to effectively eliminate them, especially the larvae. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026

Amenities include plush duvets, fast Wi-Fi, smart TVs with streaming, individual climate control, safes, garment steamers, and pet-friendly options. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

In between dry cleaner drop-offs, use a steamer to de-wrinkle your suit. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing steamer

• steamer rug
• steamer trunk

Rhymes for steamer

• beamer
• creamer
• dreamer
• femur
• lemur
• reamer
• schemer
• streamer
• redeemer

Kids Definition

steamer

noun

steam·​er ˈstē-mər 

1

: a container in which something is steamed

2

a

: a ship driven by steam

b

: an engine, machine, or vehicle run by steam