how to pronounce steaming

/ˈstiːmɪŋ/

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steaming is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of steaming in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

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meanings of steaming

noun:

The method of cooking by immersion in steam.
Relating to the ability of a steam locomotive (etc.) to raise steam.
The action of steam on something.
A form of robbery in which a large gang moves swiftly and violently through a bus, train, etc.; see Steaming (crime).

adjective:

Giving off steam.
Extremely drunk.
Very angry.

verb:

Present participle of steam.

steaming frequency in english - C2 level of CEFR

the word steaming occurs in english on average 3.7 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.