steam heat

American  

noun

1. heat obtained by the circulation of steam in pipes, radiators, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of steam heat

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

There has been much discussion about possible health benefits of sweating - spas offer services promising to "sweat out toxins," using steam, heat, and infrared light.

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025

The building previously had cracked paint and exposed wires, window units for air conditioning and steam heat for the winter that frequently malfunctioned.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2023

The mill provided steam heat and built a school.

From Washington Post • May 31, 2019

Truman also added steam heat to the presidential lodge, allowing the retreat to be used year-round.

From Washington Times • Nov. 21, 2017

These mansions had been built by wealthy white families in the late nineteenth century and included two to four bathrooms, electric lighting, gas furnaces, and steam heat.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield