Associations to the word «Steaming»

Wiktionary

STEAMING, noun. The action of steam on something.
STEAMING, noun. The method of cooking by immersion in steam.
STEAMING, noun. (UK) (informal) A form of robbery in which a large gang moves swiftly and violently through a bus, train, etc.; see Steaming (crime).
STEAMING, adjective. Giving off steam
STEAMING, adjective. Extremely drunk
STEAMING, adjective. Very angry
STEAMING, verb. Present participle of steam
STEAMING UP, verb. Present participle of steam up
STEAMING UP, noun. The formation of condensation on a transparent surface

Dictionary definition

STEAMING, adverb. (used of heat) extremely; "the casserole was piping hot".
STEAMING, adjective. Filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist; "a steaming kettle"; "steamy towels".

Wise words

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