tiller
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for tiller, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A handle attached to a boat's rudder, used to steer the boat.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use tiller
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English tilier, built from "till" (to cultivate) plus "-er."
Full origin of tiller →Frequently asked questions
What does “tiller” mean?
The word “tiller” means a handle attached to a boat's rudder, used to steer the boat. In plain terms, the steering handle on a small boat, or someone/something that cultivates land.
How do you pronounce “tiller”?
“Tiller” is pronounced TIH-luh (/ˈtɪlɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “tiller” in a sentence?
Here is “tiller” used in a sentence: “She gripped the tiller tightly as the wind picked up.”
What part of speech is “tiller”?
“Tiller” is a noun.
Where does the word “tiller” come from?
The word “tiller” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tilier, built from "till" (to cultivate) plus "-er.".
How many meanings does “tiller” have?
“Tiller” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a handle attached to a boat's rudder, used to steer the boat.