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steerage definition

steer·age (stir′ij)

noun

    1. the act of steering (a ship, etc.)
    2. the response of a ship to the helmsman's guidance

  2. Etymology: orig. located near the steering mechanism

    Historical a section in some ships, with the poorest accommodations, occupied by the passengers paying the lowest fare

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