steering column

noun

: the column that encloses the connections to the steering gear of a vehicle (such as an automobile)

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This completely eliminates the need for a steering column. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026 Additionally, the deputy spotted damage to the steering column, which Leahy said suggested the sedan could have been stolen. — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026 As for the steering wheel and binnacle, the latter is attached to the steering column to effortlessly match wheel positioning. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 25 May 2026 The caller noticed damage to the steering column and reported seeing three juveniles in the area, with two in a separate vehicle and one on foot wearing a ski mask. — Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for steering column

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of steering column was in 1903

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