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Steer

noun
/stɪə(ɹ)/
Word Frequency: 2.6

Definitions

1.nounA suggestion about a course of action.
2.nounA helmsman; a pilot.
3.verbTo guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).
"I steered homeward."
4.verbTo guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).
"I find it very difficult to steer a skateboard."
5.verbTo be directed and governed; to take a direction, or course; to obey the helm.
"The boat steers easily."
6.verbTo direct a group of animals.
7.verbTo maneuver or manipulate a person or group into a place or course of action.
"Hume believes that principles of association steer the imagination of artists."
8.verbTo direct a conversation.
9.verbTo conduct oneself; to take or pursue a course of action.

Synonyms

windmaneuvertipheadguideleadbullockpointhintdirectconfidential informationmanouevre

Rhymes With

austeresneerjeercavalierclearseverepeerqueer
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