steam
Произношение: [stiːm]
Слово
Контекст: «physical state»
(noun) steam is the gas that comes from boiling water. When water gets hot enough, it turns into a vapor that floats in the air. We see this often when we make hot drinks or cook.
Пример
When I boiled the water, the steam started to rise from the pot.
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There was no steam coming from the cold water in the glass.
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What happens to the water when it gets hot enough to create steam?
Контекст: «cooking»
(verb) to steam means to cook food by placing it above boiling water. This is often used to keep the food tender and full of flavor without frying it.
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I like to steam vegetables because they stay bright and crunchy.
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I won't steam the fish; I prefer to bake it in the oven.
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Are you going to steam the carrots or cook them another way?
Контекст: «emotion»
(verb) to steam can also mean to feel very angry or frustrated. It’s like letting out a lot of hot feelings, similar to how steam escapes from hot water.
Пример
When he finally expressed his feelings, he felt the steam from his frustration release.
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She didn't steam when her team lost; she took it lightly.
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Do you ever steam when things don't go your way?
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