rudder
/ΛΙΉΚdΙ(ΙΉ)/
B2 Β· Upper Int.β
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Simple Meaning
a flat piece at the back of a boat or plane used to steer it
When to Use
βοΈTechnicalβοΈTravel English
Upper Intermediate β fluent in familiar topics
Examples in Conversation
βThe captain moved the rudder to turn the ship left.β
βIf the rudder breaks, the plane can't steer properly.β
Learning Path
βΆFull Definition
An underwater vane used to steer a vessel. The rudder is controlled by means of a wheel, tiller or other apparatus (modern vessels can be controlled even with a joystick or an autopilot).
Related Words
Synonyms:
steering wheelhelm
Word Family:
rudderless