power steering

noun

: an automotive steering system with engine power used to amplify the torque applied at the steering wheel by the driver

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These included a five-speed gearbox, power steering, air conditioning, a rearview camera, and a premium Audison sound system. Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2026 The electric power steering system was razor sharp with quick turn-in. Joel Feder, The Drive, 4 Mar. 2026 Belts and pulleys are fine for use with auxiliary equipment such as water pumps, alternators, air conditioners and power steering, but are not great for high-power, high-torque automatic transmissions. Ed Sokalski, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026 The unfiltered driving experience extends to no power steering, no ABS and a short-throw, five-speed manual gearbox linked to a limited-slip differential. Michael Taylor, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for power steering

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First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of power steering was in 1932

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“Power steering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/power%20steering. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.

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