steering

Thân thiện

The captain is steering the ship through calm waters.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act of steering a ship: The action of controlling the direction of a ship.
   • The act of setting and holding a course: The action of determining and maintaining a specific path or direction for a vehicle or vessel.
   • The act of guiding or showing the way: The action of directing or leading someone or something along a path.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The captain took over the steering of the vessel during the storm.
  • Effective steering is essential for safe driving.
  • The teacher provided gentle steering to help the student find the correct answer.

Advanced Usage

• "Steering committee": A group of people who guide and manage the activities of an organization or project.
  • The project's progress is monitored by a steering committee.

Variants and Related Words

• Steer (verb): To guide or control the direction of movement.
  • You must steer the car carefully on icy roads.
• Steersman (noun): A person who steers a ship or boat.
  • The steersman adjusted the wheel to avoid the rocks.

Synonyms

• Guidance: The act of directing or influencing the course of action.
• Direction: The management or guidance of someone or something.
• Piloting: The action of navigating or controlling an aircraft or ship.

Related Phrases

• Power steering: A system in a vehicle that uses hydraulic or electric power to assist the driver in turning the wheels.
  • Modern cars are equipped with power steering for easier handling.
• Steering wheel: The wheel that a driver turns to control the direction of a vehicle.
  • Keep both hands on the steering wheel while driving.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the act of steering a ship
2. the act of setting and holding a course
   • a new council was installed under the direction of the king
3. the act of guiding or showing the way

Từ đồng nghĩa

• steerage
• guidance
• direction