STEER | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word STEER in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of STEER with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Steer

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

Old English stīeran, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch sturen and German steuern

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: stɪə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

guide or control the movement of (a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft), for example by turning a wheel or operating a rudder

Short Definition:

guide or control movement of

Examples:
  • he steered the boat slowly towards the busy quay
  • he let Lily steer

Word: Steer

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: stɪə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the type of steering of a vehicle

Short Definition:

type of steering of vehicle

Examples:
  • some cars boast four-wheel steer
Definition:

a piece of advice or information concerning the development of a situation

Short Definition:

piece of advice or information concerning development of situation

Examples:
  • the need for the NHS to be given a clear steer as to its future direction

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