helm

//hɛlm//
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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.

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