Steamship

Definition

A steamship is a ship that is propelled primarily by steam power, typically driving propellers or paddlewheels. Steamships were key during the 19th century for oceanic exploration, trade, and warfare.

Related terms

Propeller: The device that moves a vessel through water when rotated by an engine. It's like legs for swimming!

Paddlewheel: An early form of propulsion for water vessels where large wheels with paddles affixed are turned to move the boat forward - think old-school treadmills but for boats.

Transatlantic Trade Routes: These are sea routes across the Atlantic Ocean which were heavily used during colonial times for trade between Europe, Africa, and Americas - imagine them as highways on water!