- present participle of steam.
steaming
Britishadjective
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very hot
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informal angry
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slang drunk
noun
Example Sentences
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Buc-ee’s has a legion of loyal fans, who come for the Beaver Nuggets, sparkling restrooms and the novelty of its massive stores, where workers shout when they slice up steaming brisket.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
At 02:05 she wrote again: "Kyle is steaming".
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
A steaming cup of coffee gradually cools, a laptop warms up during use, and sunlight heats the Earth's surface.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 8, 2026
What you’re left with are little shards of savory excess, perfect for scattering over grain bowls, steaming congee, salads, pastas, anything that could use a jolt of salt, fat, and crunch.
From Salon ● Apr. 26, 2026
He wouldn’t argue with Mr. Lew, but I could tell he was steaming.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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