tiller

noun

UK/ˈtɪl.əʳ/
US/ˈtɪl.ɚ/

Definitions of tiller noun

  1. Countable(可数名词)

    a long handle used to steer a boat, connected to the rudder.

    舵柄

    • The sailor gripped the tiller firmly, skillfully guiding the small boat through the harbor.

      水手紧握舵柄,熟练地引导小船穿过港口。

    • As the wind shifted, he adjusted the tiller to keep the sailboat on course.

      当风向转变时,他调整舵柄以保持帆船的航向。

    • The experienced boater used subtle movements of the tiller to control the boat's movement on the water.

      经验丰富的船员用舵柄的细微动作来控制船在水面上的移动。