steaming

1. (countable, uncountable)The action of steam on something.

   Steaming is fine for this fabric, as long as you keep the iron moving.

   Dämpfen

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2. (countable, uncountable)The method of cooking by immersion in steam.

   Their favorite way to cook clams is steaming.

   Dämpfen

3. (countable, uncountable)The act or process of seafaring under steam power.

   Steaming was their preferred way to travel until airliners came along.

4. (countable, uncountable)The raising of steam by a steam locomotive etc; the maintenance of a head of steam during operation; (metonymic) operation under load.

   Two 4-4-0s were steaming through the scenic foothills, giving rides to tourists.

5. (UK, countable, informal, uncountable)A form of robbery in which a large gang moves swiftly and violently through a bus or train.

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