steam shovel
The 'steam shovel' was a groundbreaking invention in the 19th century, revolutionizing excavation work in construction and mining.
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Definition
B2Construction and Mining
(historical)A large machine powered by steam used for digging and moving earth and other materials.
Example
- The steam shovel was crucial in the construction of the Panama Canal.
- Early 20th-century mining operations often relied on steam shovels for excavation.
B2General
(extended)Any excavating machine with a similar design, regardless of its power source.
Example
- Modern excavators have evolved from the original steam shovel design.
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