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steam power

The correct spelling is steam power.

How to pronounce steam power

noun

Say it like: Stee-m p-owe-r

The correct spelling is steam power. Power derived from water heated into steam, usually converted to motive power by a reciprocating engine or turbine. For example: "The pistons are driven by steam power."

Usage Examples

The pistons are driven by steam power.

Before the diesel locomotive, steam power was king.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Power derived from water heated into steam, usually converted to motive power by a reciprocating engine or turbine.
  2. 2.Means of transportation based on such power, particularly steamboat/ship or steam train.

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