(stir) v.t.
1. To direct the course of (a vessel or vehicle) by means of a rudder, steering wheel, or other device.
2. To follow (a course).
3. To direct; guide; control.
—v.i.
4. To direct the course of a vessel, vehicle, etc.
5. To undergo guiding or steering: The car steers easily.
6. To follow a course: to steer for land.
—to steer clear of To avoid; keep away from.
—noun U.S. Slang A tip; piece of advice. [OE stēoran]
—steer′a·ble adjective
—steer′er noun

(stir) noun
1. A young male of the ox kind, especially when castrated and from two to four years old.
2. An ox of any age raised for beef. [OE stēor]

(stir) Scot. v.t.
To disturb; molest.
—noun A disturbance; a nudge.