To be directed and governed; to take a direction, or course; to obey the helm; as, the boat steers easily
{f} cause a vehicle to move in a particular direction (by means of a wheel, rudder, etc.); guide, direct, advise
an indication of potential opportunity; "he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job"
When you steer a car, boat, or plane, you control it so that it goes in the direction that you want. What is it like to steer a ship this size? When I was a kid, about six or seven, she would often let me steer the car along our driveway
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling direct (oneself) somewhere; "Steer clear of him
If you steer a particular course, you take a particular line of action. Prime Minister Hun Sen has sought to steer a course between the two groups see also steering
If you steer people towards a particular course of action or attitude, you try to lead them gently in that direction. The new government is seen as one that will steer the country in the right direction