Steamer

usgb/ˈstiːmər/
noun

A ship or boat that is powered by steam engines.

The old steamer sailed across the lake.
Visual representation of "steamer" - A ship or boat that is powered by steam engines

Often appears as...

  • old steamer
  • cargo steamer
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Historical Context

Steamers were crucial in 19th-century travel and trade, representing innovation and exploration.

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The steamer enhanced transatlantic connectivity in the 1800s.
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Nautical Term

As a ship, 'steamer' suggests a connection to marine vocabulary and sea travel.

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The captain commanded a steamer across the Pacific.
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