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Helm

/hɛlm/

The steering apparatus of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel.

📖 Definitions of "Helm"

noun
  1. 1

    The steering apparatus of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel.

  2. 2

    (maritime) The member of the crew in charge of steering the boat.

  3. 3

    A position of leadership or control.

    "the helm of the Commonwealth"

  4. 4

    One at the place of direction or control; a guide; a director.

verb
  1. 1

    To be a helmsman or a member of the helm; to be in charge of steering the boat.

  2. 2

    (by extension) To lead (a project, etc.).

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