steering wheel

noun

: a handwheel by means of which one steers

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The small gauge cluster sits within the steering wheel itself, further augmenting the perception of space, and the six small readouts—finished in copper to allude to the vehicle’s electric power source—around the steering wheel added a high-end, luxurious aspect to the concept’s interior design. Trinity Francis, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 Any other Countdown viewers dig their fingernails into an imaginary steering wheel when this second SUV followed his buddy into this left turn with zero regard for the oncoming white sedan?! Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 18 July 2025 These scooters typically have three to five wheels, a cushioned knee support and a steering wheel. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 July 2025 Just the right amount of condiments to give you flavor without spilling all over the steering wheel. Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 10 July 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 25 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

steering wheel

noun
: a wheel for steering something by hand

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