1. people who guide or direct the course of a vehicle, vessel, or organization
2. people who deceitfully guide potential victims to gambling establishments or fraudulent schemes
Usage: criminal slang

Examples

• The ship’s steerers worked in shifts to maintain course through the storm.
• Experienced steerers are essential for navigating these treacherous waters.
• The racing team hired professional steerers for the competition.
• Police arrested several steerers who were luring tourists into rigged card games.
• The casino employed steerers to bring in high-rolling customers.
• Good steerers can sense changes in wind and current immediately.