steer
1 (stîr)
[Middle English steren, from Old English stēran.]
verb: steered, steer·ing, steers.
transitive verb
- To guide by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or wheel.
- To direct the course of. See synonyms at conduct
- To maneuver (a person) into a place or course of action. See synonyms at guide
intransitive verb
- To guide a vessel or vehicle.
- To follow or move in a set course.
- To admit of being steered or guided: a craft that steers easily.
noun
- A piece of advice.
idioms
- steer clear
- To stay away from; avoid.
derivatives
- steeŕa·ble
- adjective
- steeŕer
- noun
steer
2 (stîr)
[Middle English, from Old English stēor.]
noun
- A young ox, especially one castrated before sexual maturity and raised for beef.