steering wheel

noun

: a handwheel by means of which one steers

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Zanardi, who had both legs amputated after a horrific crash in 2001, used a hand throttle on the steering wheel and then a lever on the center console to brake. Ars Technica, 20 Mar. 2025 Despite being handcuffed to the truck's steering wheel, the always-resourceful hunter manages to escape. Matt Cabral, EW.com, 16 Mar. 2025 However, despite the excellent automatic gearbox in the Trofeo and ability to shift down with the steering wheel paddles, the reduction in immediate torque is also obvious. James Morris, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025 Forecasters shared a bit of advice during a special briefing: For those stuck on the roads, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and watch for fallen trees, power lines and other debris. Associated Press, TIME, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for steering wheel

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of steering wheel was in 1750

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“Steering wheel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steering%20wheel. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.

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steering wheel

noun
: a wheel for steering something by hand

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