Steer, v. i. 1. To direct a vessel in its course; to direct one's course. “No helmsman steers.” Tennyson.
2. To be directed and governed; to take a direction, or course; to obey the helm; as, the boat steers easily.
Where the wind
Veers oft, as oft so steers, and shifts her sail. Milton.
3. To conduct one's self; to take or pursue a course of action.