helm

The position of being in charge of a group, organization, or activity.

• We need someone new at the helm.
• He spent ten years at the helm of the charity.
• Who will take the helm when she leaves?

How to use it: at the helm of something (She is at the helm of a growing company.)

Similar words: leadership, control

Common phrases: at the helm, take the helm, helm of something

The wheel or handle used to control the direction of a boat or ship.

• The captain stood at the helm.
• She took the helm while I checked the map.
• Keep both hands on the helm.

Common phrases: at the helm, take the helm, ship helm

If you do this, you lead an organization or direct a project.

• She will helm the project.
• He helmed the company for six years.
• Who is helming the next film?

How to use it: helm something (A young director will helm the new film.)

Similar words: lead, direct, manage

Common phrases: helm a project, helm a company, helm a film

If you do this, you control the direction of a boat or ship.

• Can you helm the boat?
• He helmed the yacht through rough water.
• She has helmed this ship for years.

How to use it: helm something (She learned to helm the boat in calm water.)

Similar words: steer

Common phrases: helm a boat, helm a yacht