helm
//hɛlm//
Noun
helmSingular
helmsPlural
1
A wheel or tiller by which a ship is steered.
The captain took the helm and steered the ship through the storm.
2
A position of leadership or control.
She took the helm of the company after the founder retired.
Verb
helmInfinitive
helmPresent tense
helmedPast tense
helmedPast participle
helmingPresent participle
helmsThird-person singular
1
To steer or guide a ship using the helm.
The captain helmed the ship through the stormy waters.
2
To lead or direct an organization, project, or endeavor.
She helmed the company through a difficult period of restructuring.