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Rudder

usgb/ˈrʌdər/Volume
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Nautical Steering

The rudder is crucial for navigation in water, acting as a ship's steering wheel.

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Turn the rudder to port to avoid the rocks.
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Vital for Safety

A damaged rudder poses a serious safety risk on a boat as it affects steering capacity.

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During the storm, the rudder got hit by debris and became unresponsive.
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Physical Movement

To use a rudder, you physically move it or related controls like a wheel or tiller.

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The captain instructed the crew on how to manually operate the rudder.
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