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rudder

[ˈrʌdər]

rudder Definition

a flat piece of wood or metal at the back of a boat or aircraft, moved from side to side in order to control the direction of travel.

Using rudder: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rudder" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rudder is used to steer the ship.

  • Example

    The pilot adjusted the rudder to change the plane's course.

  • Example

    The rudder was damaged in the storm and needed repair.

rudder Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rudder

Phrases with rudder

  • a command to turn the rudder to the left

    Example

    The captain shouted 'hard a-port with the rudder' to avoid the iceberg.

  • to turn the rudder to one side

    Example

    The helmsman put the rudder over to avoid the rocks.

  • without a rudder or without direction

    Example

    The boat was rudderless after the storm and drifted aimlessly.

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Summary: rudder in Brief

A 'rudder' [ˈrʌdər] is a flat piece of wood or metal at the back of a boat or aircraft that controls its direction of travel. It can be turned from side to side to steer the vessel. Phrases like 'hard a-port with the rudder' and 'put the rudder over' are used to give commands for turning the rudder.