steamer

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He was chased down as a fugitive aboard a Turkish steamer, returned to the U.S. for trial—and acquitted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Among the pieces that she had teased on social media were a sewing machine, a steamer, lamps, a “tiny side table,” a sequin romper, and a Bergdorf Goodman jacket.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 13, 2025

The first step is to sterilise the material in a steamer.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2025

Each bucket doubles as a steamer, filled with options like crab legs, shrimp, lobster tail, sausage, clams, corn, and potatoes, plus a seasoning packet.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2024

The biggest steamer trunk stood open on the floor of Camilla’s cabin.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck