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Steamship - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A steamship is a large boat or ship powered by steam engines, historically used for transporting passengers and goods across oceans and rivers before modern engines were developed.

steamship

/ˈstimˌʃɪp/ /ˈstiːmʃɪp/

Definition:

A large ship powered by steam engines, historically used for transport and trade.

Synonyms:

liner, vessel, steamboat, ocean liner

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

sailboat, rowboat

Common Collocations:

transatlantic steamship, luxury steamship, steamship company, steamship route

Derivatives:

steamships, steamship line

Usage Tips:

Use "steamship" to refer to historic or large steam-powered vessels, not modern ships.

Common Phrases:

age of steamships, steamship travel, steamship era

Etymology:

Derived from "steam" + "ship," first used in the early 19th century for steam-powered vessels.

Examples:

  • 1. The steamship crossed the Atlantic in record time.
  • 2. Passengers boarded the luxurious steamship for their voyage.
  • 3. The old steamship now serves as a museum exhibit.
  • 4. Trade flourished with the invention of the steamship.

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