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steam-powered

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Using steam power.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The early steam-powered ships also took advantage of sails.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adjective satellite

Meaning 2

powered by a steam engine

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • a steam-powered locomotive

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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  • Greek: ατμοκίνητος (atmokínitos) — Translations