steer

/stiər/

Definitions

1. verb

to guide or direct the course of something, typically an animal or vehicle

“She learned to steer the canoe through the calm waters.”

2. noun

a device for steering a vehicle, typically consisting of a wheel or handle used to control the direction of movement

“He adjusted the steering wheel to fit comfortably in his hands.”

3. verb

to change the direction of something, especially a course of action

“The company decided to steer its marketing efforts towards a younger audience.”

4. noun

a person who has the responsibility of guiding or directing the course of something, especially an organization

“The CEO of the company is the primary steer on all major business decisions.”

5. verb

to control or direct the actions of someone or something

“The coach tried to steer the player towards making better decisions during the game.”

Synonyms

  • direct
  • guide
  • navigate

Antonyms

  • hinder
  • obstruct