steering wheel

American  

noun

1. a wheel used by a driver, pilot, or the like, to steer an automobile, ship, etc.

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steering wheel British  

noun

1. a wheel turned by the driver of a motor vehicle, ship, etc, when he wishes to change direction. It is connected to the front wheels, rudder, etc

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Etymology

Origin of steering wheel

First recorded in 1740–50

Example Sentences

Dad shifts the car into park, but he doesn’t move his hands from the steering wheel.

From Literature

Its BlueCruise driving system promises to keep a car in its lane, manage its speed and slow it down upon approaching another vehicle, without the driver’s hands on the steering wheel.

From The Wall Street Journal

The gold two-seater is designed exclusively for autonomous driving and doesn’t have a steering wheel or pedals.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chase’s father had one hand on the steering wheel of their 4x4 truck.

From Literature

Mr. Palmer clutched the steering wheel and slammed his foot on the brake.

From Literature

Related Words

• wheel