Steer meaning

What does “steer” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“steer” is a noun and verb with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: an indication of potential opportunity.

steer

noun

an indication of potential opportunity
“he got a tip on the stock market”
“a good lead for a job”
Synonymstip lead confidential information wind hint
castrated bull
Synonymsbullock

verb

direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
Synonymsmaneuver manoeuver manoeuvre direct point head guide channelize
direct (oneself) somewhere
“Steer clear of him”
be a guiding or motivating force or drive
“The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses”
Synonymsguide

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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