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Meaning of steer in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /stɪr/

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  1. Verb

    steer

    Etymology

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

    Definitions

    1. direct the course

    Examples

    • « determine the direction of travelling »
  2. 2. direct (oneself) somewhere

    Examples

    • « Steer clear of him »
  3. 3. be a guiding force, as with directions or advice

    Examples

    • « The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses »
  4. Noun

    steer

    Etymology

    Old English stēor, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch stier and German Stier

    Definitions

    1. an indication of potential opportunity

    Examples

    • « he got a tip on the stock market »
    • « a good lead for a job »
  5. 2. castrated bull

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