Definitions
1.AdjectiveFirm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm."Hold the ladder steady while I go up."
2.AdjectiveConstant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute."a man steady in his principles, in his purpose, or in the pursuit of an object"
3.AdjectiveSmooth and not bumpy or with obstructions."a steady ride"
4.AdjectivePhlegmatic, calm; not easily upset, excited, or disturbed."a steady tone of voice"
5.AdjectiveRegular and even."the steady course of the Sun; a steady breeze of wind"
6.AdjectiveSlow.
7.AdjectiveWith whom one is going steady.
8.AdjectiveConfident and cool-headed under pressure; competent; reliable, adept.
9.VerbTo stabilize; to prevent from shaking."I took a drink to steady my nerves."
10.VerbTo become stable.
11.ParticleAspect marker indicating consistency or intensity."Why you steady cappin'?; (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:)"
12.NounA rest or support, as for the hand, a tool, or a piece of work.
13.NounA regular boyfriend or girlfriend.
14.NounA prostitute's regular customer.
15.AdverbTo row with pressure at a low stroke-rating, often 18 strokes per minute."After the sprint pieces, we rowed steady for the rest of practice."
16.InterjectionAlright!, way to go!, nice!