1. A reliable person or resource that provides consistent direction, support, or instruction
She was a steady guide throughout my career transition.
Ela foi uma guia confiável durante minha transição de carreira.
2. A stable reference point or principle that remains constant and dependable
His moral compass served as a steady guide in difficult times.
Sua bússola moral serviu como um guia constante em tempos difíceis.
3. In technical contexts, a stabilizing mechanism that ensures consistent movement or direction
The steady guide kept the machine aligned during operation.
O guia estável manteve a máquina alinhada durante a operação.