1
: cooked by steam
2
: angry sense 1
often used with up

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The blonde wood, steamed rice, and white musk notes put a soothingly youthful pep in your step. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 20 May 2025 Those looking to lessen their exposure to seed oils while dining out can order grilled, roasted, or steamed dishes, which are less likely to be cooked with those oils. Rona Berg, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025 In three daily servings of dairy or fortified foods such as OJ, soy milk or steamed leafy greens, broccoli or tofu. Feed Your Heart and Your Brain At the Same Time Many vitamins and minerals that support heart health tend to boost the brain, too. Denise Maher, Flow Space, 21 Apr. 2025 Pages devoted to plantains, grilled meats, leaf wraps, steamed puddings and Nigerian breakfasts are interspersed with historical and cultural context for deeper understanding beyond a delicious meal. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for steamed

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 4 Jun. 2025.

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