Lexic.us

Definition of Helm

1. Noun. Steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered.

2. Verb. Be at or take the helm of. "Helm the ship"

3. Noun. A position of leadership. "The President is at the helm of the Ship of State"

Definition of Helm

1. n. See Haulm, straw.

2. n. The apparatus by which a ship is steered, comprising rudder, tiller, wheel, etc.; -- commonly used of the tiller or wheel alone.

3. v. t. To steer; to guide; to direct.

4. n. A helmet.

5. v. t. To cover or furnish with a helm or helmet.

Definition of Helm

1. Proper noun. The only named wind in the British Isles. Blows westward form the Pennine fells over Cumbria and is often accompanied by a line of clouds on top of the hills called the Helm Bar. ¹

2. Noun. (nautical) The steering apparatus of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel. ¹

3. Noun. (context: maritime) The member of the crew in charge of steering the boat. ¹

4. Noun. (context: metaphor) A position of leadership or control. ¹

5. Verb. To be a helmsman or a member of the helm; to be in charge of steering the boat. ¹

6. Verb. (by extension) To lead (a project, etc.). ¹

7. Noun. (archaic) A helmet. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Helm

1. to steer a ship [v -ED, -ING, -S]

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