v. 1 guide, pilot, conduct, direct; manage, control, channel Steer the boat closer to the pier David has steered the company to greater profits than ever before. 2 steer clear of. avoid, dodge, keep away from, shun, circumvent, give (something or someone) a wide berth You'd best steer clear of Melissa when she's angry
n. 3 Usually, bum steer. (bad or poor) tip or suggestion or hint; (bad or poor) guidance or advice or information He avoids me because I once gave him a bum steer on a horse