What is the meaning of steer?

noun

• An indication of potential opportunity.
  • usage: "he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job"
  • synonyms: tip, lead, confidential information, wind, hint
• Castrated bull.
  • synonyms: bullock

verb

• Direct the course; determine the direction of travelling.
  • synonyms: maneuver, manoeuver, manoeuvre, direct, point, head, guide, channelize, channelise
• Direct (oneself) somewhere.
  • usage: "Steer clear of him"
• Be a guiding or motivating force or drive.
  • usage: "The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses"
  • synonyms: guide