Steam power

noun

Word Frequency: 0.6

Definitions

1.nounPower derived from water heated into steam, usually converted to motive power by a reciprocating engine or turbine.

"The pistons are driven by steam power."

2.nounMeans of transportation based on such power, particularly steamboat/ship or steam train.

"Before the diesel locomotive, steam power was king."

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