steamship
2 synonyms for steamship, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large ship powered by a steam engine.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A compound of steam + ship.
Full origin of steamship →Frequently asked questions
What does “steamship” mean?
The word “steamship” means a large ship powered by a steam engine. In plain terms, a ship driven by steam power, common before diesel engines took over.
How do you pronounce “steamship”?
“Steamship” is pronounced STEEM-shihp (/ˈstimˌʃɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “steamship” in a sentence?
Here is “steamship” used in a sentence: “The steamship carried passengers and cargo across the ocean.”
What part of speech is “steamship”?
“Steamship” is a noun.
