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steer1
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- pronunciation:
- stir
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun
- phrases:
- steer clear of
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
steers, steering, steered |
definition 1: |
to cause to move in a desired direction, as with a steering wheel, oar, rudder, or the like.
- synonyms:
- head
- similar words:
- captain, direct, drive, fly, guide, navigate, pilot, sail
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definition 2: |
to direct or advise toward a course of action.
He steered her into mathematics.- synonyms:
- advise, direct, lead
- similar words:
- guide, head, point, push
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related words: |
channel, glide, govern, ride, show, usher |
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part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
definition 1: |
to control the course of a vehicle or the like.
- similar words:
- aim, bear, drive, fly, sail
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definition 2: |
to be able to be steered.
My car doesn't steer well.- similar words:
- handle
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related words: |
conduct, ride, tend |
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phrase: |
steer clear of |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
(informal) a tip, suggestion, or piece of advice.
- similar words:
- tip
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related words: |
tip |
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