steering wheel

noun

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

steering wheel

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of steering wheel¹

First recorded in 1740–50

Example Sentences

He put his hands on the steering wheel and pretended to drive.

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His hand was on the top of the steering wheel, as he pulled to the left in a desperate attempt to avoid the impact.

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Her car is adapted for her needs as a wheelchair user – with hand controls on the steering wheel.

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Rambler had a steering wheel, but Mr. Shareef sat back and let the truck drive itself.

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Press the start button—to the left of the steering wheel, where it’s always been—and the Turbo S goes from silent to seething in an instant.

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Related Words

• wheel