steering wheel

noun

: a handwheel by means of which one steers

Examples of steering wheel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The researchers suggested that future in-car touch screen systems might use simple sensors in the car, such as eye tracking or touch sensors on the steering wheel, to monitor drivers’ attention and cognitive load. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026 Last week, the company announced the start of production of its forthcoming Cybercab, a two-seater designed without a steering wheel or pedals, in Texas. Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026 Steering is easy and intuitive and done either through a steering wheel in traditional riding mowers or, in zero-turn mowers, through lap bar that controls the rear wheels. Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 22 Feb. 2026 Their pod has no steering wheel and drives in both directions. Kim Komando, FOXNews.com, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for steering wheel

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of steering wheel was in 1750

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Steering wheel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/steering%20wheel. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

steering wheel

noun
: a wheel for steering something by hand

More from Merriam-Webster on steering wheel

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster