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Definition steady in British English

steady verb

verb
/ˈstedi/
1

to hold something firmly without shaking or moving it

Example

Barnett managed to steady the ship and avoid the rocks.

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2

to start to remain at a price, value, level etc for a period of time, or to make something do this

Example

The value of their currency has now steadied.

Example

Steadying his voice, Adam began to answer the question.

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Definition steady in British English