steering wheel

noun

: a handwheel by means of which one steers

Examples of steering wheel in a Sentence

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The mode button on the steering wheel allows the driver to scroll through the drive modes, each one taking on an almost cinematic character, with sound, lights and graphics enhancing each mode. Scotty Reiss, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 Haptic surfaces on the steering wheel are surrounded by an everything-and-the-kitchen-sink array of buttons and switches. Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2025 The steering wheel is cleverly connected to the protective bubble of the cockpit, which rises when the door opens, making entry and egress simple. New Atlas, 6 Feb. 2025 Bray hit a light pole, slamming her face into the steering wheel. Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 4 Feb. 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 3 Mar. 2025.

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steering wheel

noun
: a wheel for steering something by hand

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