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Meaning of the word helm in English

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helm

US /helm/
UK /helm/

Verb

1.

steer (a boat or ship).

Example:
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he helmed a sailing vessel

Noun

1.

a tiller or wheel and any associated equipment for steering a ship or boat.

Example:
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she stayed at the helm, alert for tankers
Synonym:
tillerwheelrudder
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