RUDDER Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word rudder. (close relations)
Definition of RUDDER
Best Alternative Words for RUDDER
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| control | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • power to direct or determine • a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another • (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc • a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment • the activity of managing or exerting control over something • the state that exists when one person or group has power over another • discipline in personal and social activities • great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity • a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine • a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance • the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. verb • exercise authoritative control or power over • lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits • handle and cause to function • maintain influence over (others or oneself) skillfully, usually to one's advantage • check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard • place under restrictions; limit access to by law • verify by using a duplicate register for comparison • be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something • have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of | ||||||||
| guidance | nounn | |||||||
noun • something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action • the act of guiding or showing the way • the act of setting and holding a course | ||||||||
| helm | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered • (figurative) a position of leadership verb • be at or take the helm of | ||||||||
| tiller | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a shoot that sprouts from the base of a grass • someone who tills land (prepares the soil for the planting of crops) • lever used to turn the rudder on a boat • a farm implement used to break up the surface of the soil (for aeration and weed control and conservation of moisture) verb • grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers | ||||||||
| wheel | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines) • a handwheel that is used for steering • forces that provide energy and direction • a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel • game equipment consisting of a wheel with slots that is used for gambling; the wheel rotates horizontally and players bet on which slot the roulette ball will stop in • an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims • a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals verb • change directions as if revolving on a pivot • wheel somebody or something • move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle • ride a bicycle | ||||||||
| steering gear | nounn | |||||||
noun • a gear that couples the steering wheel to the steering linkage of a motor vehicle | ||||||||
