"helms" in the noun sense
1. helm
steering mechanism for a vessel a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered
2. helm
figurative) a position of leadership
"the President is at the helm of the Ship of State"
"helms" in the verb sense
1. helm
be at or take the helm of
"helm the ship"
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