Steers

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪr/

Steers (verb)

  1. to make a vehicle or boat go in a certain direction by turning a wheel or handle.
  2. to guide or influence someone in a particular direction or towards a decision.

Examples

  • She can steer the boat through the narrow canal.
  • He learned to steer the car during driving lessons.

Common collocations: steer a vehicle, steer clear of, steer the conversation, steer someone, steer in the right direction

Steers (noun)

  1. a young male cow, especially one that has been castrated and raised for beef.

Examples

  • The farmer raised a steer for beef production.
  • A steer can weigh over a thousand pounds.

Synonyms of Steers

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Steers

  • when referring to leading or guiding