steamed

adjective

ˈstēmd How to pronounce steamed (audio)
Synonyms of steamednext
1
: cooked by steam
2
: angry sense 1
—often used with up

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On the lighter side, steamed Chilean sea bass is subtle and festooned with hot pepper slices in a ginger-vinegar broth. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 The dirty vegan takes a different kick, with kale noodles in a savory, creamy vegan broth topped with corn, steamed tofu, rolled tofu skin, sliced green onions and seasonal vegetables. — Justin Brown, AJC.com, 26 July 2026 Beondegi, for example, is a traditional steamed silkworm pupae snack served by street vendors in paper cups. — Gawon Bae, CNN Money, 23 July 2026 The menu features plate lunches such as kalua pig ($15) or chicken katsu ($15) served with macaroni salad and steamed rice, rice bowls ($12-15), ramen ($15-18) and poke ($16-19). — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for steamed

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of steamed was in 1802

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“Steamed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steamed. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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