steer steer /ˈstɪr/

noun

1. Castrated bull  ( bullock , steer )
   castrated bull
   
   
2. An indication of potential opportunity  ( confidential information , hint , lead , steer , tip , wind )
   an indication of potential opportunity
    He got a tip on the stock market
   he got a tip on the stock market
    A good lead for a job
   a good lead for a job
   

verb

1. () Direct the course; determine the direction of travelling  ( channelise , channelize , direct , head , maneuver , manoeuver , manoeuvre , point , steer , guide )
   direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
   
2. () Direct (oneself) somewhere  ( steer )
   direct (oneself) somewhere
    Steer clear of him
   Steer clear of him
   
3. () Be a guiding or motivating force or drive  ( steer , guide )
   be a guiding or motivating force or drive
    The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses
   The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses