Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Steering · Steer·ing · IPA /stˈɪrɪŋ/ 01 a. & n. a. & n. from Steer, v. 1. a. & n. from Steer, v. See: Steer Phrases & compounds Steering wheel — the wheel by means of which the rudder of a vessel is turned and the vessel is steered.