Wiktionary:Word of the day/2022/November 3

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Word of the day
for November 3
helm v (transitive)
  1. (nautical) To control the helm (noun sense 1) of (a marine vessel); to be in charge of steering (a vessel).
  2. (figuratively) To direct or lead (a project, etc.); to manage (an organization).

helm n

  1. (nautical) The tiller (or, in a large ship, the wheel) which is used to control the rudder of a marine vessel; also, the entire steering apparatus of a vessel.
  2. (by extension)
    1. (nautical) The use of a helm (sense 1); also, the amount of space through which a helm is turned.
    2. (nautical) The member of a vessel's crew in charge of steering the vessel; a helmsman or helmswoman.
    3. Something used to control or steer; also (obsolete), a handle of a tool or weapon; a haft, a helve.
  3. (figuratively)
    1. A position of control or leadership.
    2. One in the position of controlling or directing; a controller, a director, a guide.
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