steamer

Signification

Noun

1. A device or object that works by the operation of steam.
2. A device or object that works by the operation of steam.
3. (obsolete) A device or object that works by the operation of steam.
4. A mode of transportation propelled by steam.
5. A mode of transportation propelled by steam.
6. Clipping of steamer trunk.
7. A babycino (frothy milk drink).
8. A wetsuit with long sleeves and legs.
9. The name of various animals.
10. The name of various animals.
11. A racehorse the odds of which are becoming shorter (that is, decreasing) because bettors are backing it.
12. (slang) An act of fellatio.
13. (slang) A member of a youth gang who engages in steaming (robbing and escaping in a large group).
14. (slang) A drinking session.
15. (obsolete) A dish made by cooking diced meat very slowly in a tightly sealed pot with a minimum of flavourings, allowing it to steam in its own juices; specifically such a dish made with kangaroo meat.
16. A steamed clam.
17. (slang) A stolen vehicle.

Verb

To travel by steamer.

Coupé comme

steam‧er

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈstiːmə(ɹ)/

Étymologie

From steam + -er. The steamer duck or steamer (sense 6.2) is apparently named for its resemblance to a paddle steamer when swimming rapidly.