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(1):

(n.) Properly, the space in the after part of a vessel, under the cabin, but used generally to indicate any part of a vessel having the poorest accommodations and occupied by passengers paying the lowest rate of fare.

(2):

(n.) The hinder part of a vessel; the stern.

(3):

(n.) The effect of the helm on a ship; the manner in which an individual ship is affected by the helm.

(4):

(n.) That by which a course is directed.

(5):

(n.) The act or practice of steering, or directing; as, the steerage of a ship.

(6):

(n.) Direction; regulation; management; guidance.