How to Pronounce "steamroll"
word
ˈstiːmˌroʊl
STEEM-rohl
stˈiːmɹəʊl
steem-ROHL
Definition
To defeat someone easily or force your ideas on others without considering their feelings or opinions; originally refers to moving over something with great force.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstiːmˌroʊl
British English
stˈiːmɹəʊl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STEEM-rohl
UK
steem-ROHL
Listen in Context
The big company tried to steamroll the small business.
He felt steamrolled during the meeting.
The team steamrolled their rivals and won the game easily.
Don't let him steamroll you into agreeing to his plan.