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Word of the Day - helm

Take control. Be in charge. Steer your course wisely.

helm

/hɛlm/
noun
the helm
1 A tiller or wheel for steering a ship or boat.
1.1 A position of leadership.
1.2 Nautical A helmsman.

Origin
Old English helma; probably related to helve.

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Stephanie enjoyed her time at the helm of the family sailboat. She did bristle a bit at the term "helmsman".

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