steering mechanism; grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers
The captain gripped the tiller firmly to navigate the ship through rough waters.
Vocabulary like tiller appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
earthly; of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air
brief and blunt
healing; tending to cure or restore to health
theory; an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument
express intent to cause harm
economical; careful and diligent in the use of resources
grow or succeed vigorously
hinder; hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
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