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steam shovel n (construction)

(historical) An excavating machine designed to effect a shovelling action through steam power. (by extension) Any excavating machine of similar design, no matter how powered. steam shovel v (also figuratively) (transitive) To excavate (a place, or something from a place) using a steam shovel. (intransitive) To operate a steam shovel. Today is the World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development, which is recognized by UNESCO to highlight the importance of engineering in advancing sustainable development and mitigating the impact of climate change.

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