steampunk
or steam punk, steam-punk
[ steem-puhngk ]
/ ˈstimˌpʌŋk /
noun
a subgenre of science fiction and fantasy featuring advanced machines and other technology based on steam power of the 19th century and taking place in a recognizable historical period or a fantasy world.
a subculture inspired by this literary and film subgenre: the fashions and gadgets of steampunk.
Origin of steampunk
First recorded in 1985–90; modeled on
cyberpunk
Words nearby steampunk
steamer rug,
steamer trunk,
steamie,
steaming,
steampipe,
steampunk,
steamroll,
steamroller,
steamship,
steamtight,
steamy