steering lever

noun

UK /ˈstɪə.rɪŋ ˈliː.vər/

US /ˈstɪr.ɪŋ ˈlev.ɚ/

A steering lever is a handle you push or pull to make a machine or vehicle turn.

The farmer pulled the steering lever to turn the tractor.

SYNONYMS

control lever steering handle tiller joystick control stick

RELATED WORDS

steering wheel lever handle steering control

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A lever used to operate the steering mechanism of a boat or aircraft.

The pilot moved the steering lever gently to bank the plane.

3. A hand-operated lever on old machinery that changes the direction of travel.

He pushed the steering lever forward to send the cart down the track.

4. A joystick-like control on a wheelchair or game controller used to steer.

She nudged the steering lever to guide her wheelchair around the table.