Colloquial/US usage meaning "in a steady manner; continuously".
Определения
In a steady manner; continuously or without interruption (chiefly North American, informal). It rained steady for three straight days.
Used chiefly in informal contexts to denote a long-term romantic partner.
Определения
A person’s regular or long-term romantic partner. In high school he was known as her steady.
Синонимы
steady companion
steady partner
regular (romantic)
steadying influence
Used as an exclamation to urge calmness or slower movement.
Определения
Used to tell someone or an animal to slow down, stay calm, or keep still. "Steady, boy!" the rider whispered to the skittish horse.
Used to express surprise, protest, or to tell someone to moderate their behaviour or speech. "Steady on!" she cried when he began to shout.
Синонимы
hold on!
hang on!
steady on!
hold steady!
steady there!
calm down!