Hotpot vs. Steamboat — What's the Difference?

A stew of meat and potatoes cooked in a tightly covered pot

A steamboat is a boat that is propelled primarily by steam power, typically driving propellers or paddlewheels. Steamboats sometimes use the prefix designation SS, S.S. or S/S (for 'Screw Steamer') or PS (for 'Paddle Steamer'); however, these designations are most often used for steamships.

A boat powered by a steam engine driving one or more propellers or paddle wheels.

A boat or vessel propelled by steam power.

Chinese dish.

To travel by steamboat.

A boat or vessel propelled by steam power; - generally used of river or coasting craft, as distinguished from ocean steamers.

A boat propelled by a steam engine