helm

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Pronunciation
/hɛlm/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

Synonyms
tiller wheel
2 Definition

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

Synonyms
helmsman
3 Definition

A position of leadership or control.

Example Sentences
  • the helm of the Commonwealth
4 Definition

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

5 Definition

A helve.

6 Definition

A helmet.

7 Definition

A heavy cloud lying on the brow of a mountain.

8 Definition

The stems of various cultivated plants, left after harvesting the crop to be used as animal litter or for thatching.

9 Definition

An individual plant stem.

10 Definition

Part of a harness; a hame.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

2 Definition

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