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steamed

The correct spelling is steamed.

How to pronounce steamed

verb

Say it like: Stee-med

The correct spelling is steamed. To cook with steam. For example: "The best way to cook artichokes is to steam them."

Usage Examples

The best way to cook artichokes is to steam them.

to steam wood or cloth

Our breath steamed in the cold winter air.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cook with steam.
  2. 2.To expose to the action of steam; to apply steam to for softening, dressing, or preparing.
  3. 3.To produce or vent steam.
  4. 4.To rise in vapour; to issue, or pass off, as vapour.
  5. 5.To become angry; to fume; to be incensed.

adjective

  1. 1.Cooked by steaming.
  2. 2.Angry, hot under the collar.

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