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steer

The correct spelling is steer.

How to pronounce steer

/stɪə(ɹ)/
noun

IPA: /stɪə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Stee-r

The correct spelling is steer. A suggestion about a course of action. For example: "I steered homeward."

Usage Examples

I steered homeward.

I find it very difficult to steer a skateboard.

The boat steers easily.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A suggestion about a course of action.
  2. 2.A helmsman; a pilot.
  3. 3.The castrated male of cattle, especially one raised for beef production.

verb

  1. 1.To guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).
  2. 2.To guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).
  3. 3.To be directed and governed; to take a direction, or course; to obey the helm.
  4. 4.To direct a group of animals.
  5. 5.To maneuver or manipulate a person or group into a place or course of action.

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