Meaning Of The Word Steam-shovel

Real Dictionary

What's the definition of Steam-shovel? Find Steam-shovel meanings, definitions and more at the Real Dictionary online.

Steam-shovel Meaning

Steam-shovel Definition
Steam-shovel Definition

What's The Definition Of Steam-shovel?

steam shovel in American English
a large, mechanically operated digger, originally powered by steam
noun: a machine for digging or excavating, operated by its own engine and boiler

steam-shovel in British English
noun: a steam-driven mechanical excavator, esp one having a large bucket or grab on a beam slung from a revolving jib

More Definitions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Definitions Of The Day

  • Teloekbetoeng ‐ noun; noun: a city in Indonesia, in S Sumatra…
  • In (the) future ‐ phrase: You use in future when saying what will…
  • Ultrashort ‐ very short; specif., designating or of radio waves…
  • Crinolined ‐ adjective: wearing a…
  • Low-priced ‐ costing relatively little; adjective: inexpensive…
  • Remittance ‐ the sending of money, as by mail; noun: payment…
  • Give someone the eye ‐ to look at someone, esp. in an admiring or inviting…
  • Taxi truck ‐ noun: a truck with a driver that…
  • Vitiate ‐ to make faulty or imperfect; to make imperfect…
  • Chad ‐ a masculine name; any of the bits of paper that…