steerage

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The art of steering.
  • (countable) The section of a passenger ship that provided inexpensive accommodation with no individual cabins.
  • (countable) The effect of the helm on a ship.

Etymology

Suffix from English steer.

Origin

English

steer

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