helmed
Meanings
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Verb
To command or have control over a ship or vessel.
- "He helmed the ship through the stormy waters."
- "The captain helmed the vessel towards the harbor."
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Verb
To steer or guide something, especially in a difficult situation.
- "She helmed the project through its challenges."
- "He helmed the team to victory."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with helmedhelm , helmspur , helmstone
Variants
List of all variants of helmed that leads to same resulthelm , helmed , helming , helms
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Old English helman, from helan to conceal, hide, protect, from helan, helm, helmet.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'helmsman' is derived from 'helmed'.
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The term 'helmsman' was formerly used interchangeably with 'captain'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Captain: A person who commands a ship or vessel.
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Navigator: A person who determines the direction and course of a ship or vessel.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'helmed' is often used metaphorically to describe someone in control or leading a group or situation. It can also refer to the protective covering on the head of a medieval knight.
How to Memorize "helmed"
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visualize
- Visualize steering a ship or guiding a team.
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associate
- Associate the word with the image of a captain or helmsman.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic: 'Helm' is short for 'Helmsman'.
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