steering gear

noun

1. the apparatus or mechanism for steering a ship, automobile, bicycle, airplane, etc.

steering gear

noun

1. any mechanism used for steering a vehicle, ship, aircraft, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of steering gear¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

"We haven't got our final certificates yet so it wouldn't be legal but operationally, rudders are working, the steering gear is working, we can run the ship from here."

From BBC

One in 2015 was related to a possibly faulty tie rod; the other in 2022 was related to the incorrect installation of a steering gear.

From Seattle Times

The coverage replaced a steering gear with an improved one.

From Seattle Times

The agency said it is reviewing vehicles that had the steering gear replaced under GM’s special coverage but months later had additional steering concerns.

From Reuters

Several yachts suffered steering gear failures, with Singapore retiring during the leg to New Zealand, while an incident on the Geraldton Western Australia yacht required the U.S.

From Reuters