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Definition of steering

steering

/ˈstɪr.ɪŋ/
steer · ing
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steering Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The mechanical system or apparatus in a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft used to control and change its direction of movement.

Example

"The mechanic noticed that the car's power steering was leaking fluid and needed immediate repair."

2

The act or process of guiding, directing, or controlling the course of a vehicle, organization, or situation.

Example

"Careful steering of the committee helped keep the complex legislative project on schedule."

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• Rhymes for steering

• Nearby Words

steerable
steerage
steerer
steering
steering wheel
stegosaurus
stein

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'steorung', derived from the verb 'stieran' (to guide or direct a course), combined with the action noun suffix '-ing'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Steering. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/steering
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