What is the meaning of steering?

noun

• The act of guiding or showing the way.
  • synonyms: guidance
• The act of setting and holding a course.
  • usage: "a new council was installed under the direction of the king"
  • synonyms: guidance, direction
• The act of steering a ship.
  • synonyms: steerage

verb

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