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From steuern (“to steer”) + Ruder (“oar, rudder”), an explanatory compound to specify the meaning “rudder”.
Steuerruder n (strong, genitive Steuerruders, plural Steuerruder)
- (nautical, aviation) rudder
- Synonyms: Steuer, Ruder
Declension of Steuerruder [neuter, strong]