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steering

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "steering" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

steering

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

steering is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, steering is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofsteering

1verb
  • To guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).

    Example: "I steered homeward."

  • To guide the course of a vessel, vehicle, aircraft etc. (by means of a device such as a rudder, paddle, or steering wheel).

    Example: "I find it very difficult to steer a skateboard."

  • To be directed and governed; to take a direction, or course; to obey the helm.

    Example: "The boat steers easily."

  • To direct a group of animals.
  • To maneuver or manipulate a person or group into a place or course of action.

    Example: "Hume believes that principles of association steer the imagination of artists."

  • To direct a conversation.
  • To conduct oneself; to take or pursue a course of action.
1verb
  • To castrate (a male calf).
1noun
  • Equipment used to control direction; something used to steer.

    Example: "I hit a rock with my car and broke the steering."

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