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Steerage (Noun)

The act of steering a ship.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The experienced sailor was in charge of steerage during the voyage across the Atlantic Ocean.
The complex system of ropes and pulleys was used for steerage in the old sailing ship.
The crew relied on the expertise of the helmsman for steerage through the treacherous waters.
The steerage of the ship was taken over by the captain himself during the stormy night.
The steerage system on the large tanker required a team of skilled sailors to operate it safely.

The cheapest accommodations on a passenger ship.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The immigrant family was forced to travel in steerage, the cramped and dirty section of the ship designated for the poorest passengers.
In steerage, the air was thick with the smell of sweat and mildew, and the sounds of crying children and arguing adults filled the air.
Steerage was the only option for those who couldn't afford the luxury of a cabin on the upper decks.
The ship's steerage section was notorious for its poor conditions, with passengers packed tightly into narrow bunks and limited access to fresh air and sanitation.
Many immigrants who traveled to America in the early 20th century endured the harsh conditions of steerage, but were driven by the hope of a better life in their new country.