steersperson

[steerz-pur-suhn]

noun

1. a person who steers a ship; helmsperson.

2. a person who drives a machine.

Word History and Origins

Origin of steersperson¹

steer ¹ + 's ¹ + -person

Example Sentences

Unlike the local races, which feature 22 participants made up of 20 paddlers, a drummer and a steersperson, the smaller boats in China will hold 12 individuals.

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A steersperson navigates the boat from the rear, and a drummer in front, used primarily during competitions, faces the paddlers and helps them keep a steady rhythm with their paddles.

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