Meaning & Definition of Steer in English
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Steer
/stɪr/
noun
1. An indication of potential opportunity
- "He got a tip on the stock market"
- "A good lead for a job"
synonym:
- tip,
- lead,
- steer,
- confidential information,
- wind,
- hint
2. Castrated bull
synonym:
- bullock,
- steer
verb
1. Direct the course
- Determine the direction of travelling
synonym:
- steer,
- maneuver,
- manoeuver,
- manoeuvre,
- direct,
- point,
- head,
- guide,
- channelize,
- channelise
2. Direct (oneself) somewhere
- "Steer clear of him"
synonym:
- steer
3. Be a guiding or motivating force or drive
- "The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses"
synonym:
- guide,
- steer
Examples of using
You might want to steer clear of Tom.
It's best to steer clear of him.
Hey, steer clear of the boss today, he seems really ticked off about something.