Definition

Producing or giving off steam, often used to describe hot food or drinks.

Example

The steaming bowl of soup filled the room with a delicious aroma.

Conversation

Did you see Sam's face when he found out the news?

Yeah, he looked absolutely steaming!

I thought he was going to explode with anger.

Right? I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The process of cooking food using steam instead of boiling or frying, which helps to keep the food moist and preserve its nutrients.

Example

Steaming vegetables is a healthy way to prepare them without losing their vitamins.

Conversation

Have you ever tried steaming vegetables instead of boiling them?

Yeah, I love how it keeps the nutrients intact!

Exactly! Plus, the flavor is so much better with steaming.

Definition

To produce or give off steam, often by heating a liquid until it boils.

Example

The vegetables are steaming in the pot on the stove.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just made some steaming hot tea, want some?

Sure, that sounds perfect for this chilly day!

I love how relaxing it is to sip on a steaming cup of tea.

Root Explanation

Steaming → It is formed from "steam" (from Old English *steam*, meaning vapor or mist) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "steaming" refers to the action or process of producing or being filled with steam.

Memory Tip

Think of vapor or mist ('steam') being produced in a process ('-ing') — that's why steaming means the action of creating steam.

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