steer

/stɪə/verb
Elementary
1

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

2

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

3

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

4

To direct a group of animals.

5

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

6

To conduct oneself; to take or pursue a course of action.

7

To direct a conversation.

8

To direct or send an object into a specific place

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing