steam

noun B2

Meaning

Steam is the vapor into which water is converted when heated, often used in cooking or powering engines.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "steam" with "smoke"; steam is water vapor, while smoke contains soot and other particles.

Example Sentences

Is the steam from the kettle safe to touch ?
The steam from the hot coffee made the window foggy .
The steam from the machine indicated it was operating correctly .

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