helm
noun
- the wheel or tiller by which a ship or boat is steered
- the complete steering gear, including the wheel or tiller, rudder, etc.
- the control or leadership of an organization, government, etc.
transitive verb
to guide; control; steer
See helm in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(hĕlm)
noun- Nautical The steering gear of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel.
- A position of leadership or control: at the helm of the government.
transitive verb helmed,
helm·ing,
helms To take the helm of; steer or direct.
(hĕlm) Archaic
noun A helmet.
transitive verb helmed,
helm·ing,
helms To cover or furnish with a helmet.
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