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helming


Meanings
  • Verb

    To steer or command a ship or vessel.

    - "He was the helmsman on the pirate ship."
    - "During a storm at sea, the captain took the helm to guide the ship to safety."

Variants
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helm , helmed , helming , helms
Etymology
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Old English hylmian, from hylme, helm. Related to hylm, helm, meaning 'helmet, protection'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'helmsman' is often used interchangeably with 'steersman'.

  2. In the early days of sailing ships, the helmsman would stand at the helm for hours on end, using a rope to turn the ship's wheel. This was a physically demanding job, and helmsmen were often paid well for their skills.


Related Concepts
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  1. Navigator: A person who determines the best route for a ship or aircraft to travel, using maps, charts, and other navigational tools.

  2. Steering: The act of guiding the direction of a vehicle, such as a ship or aircraft.


Culture
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Helming has been a significant concept in maritime culture throughout history. It represents the role of the captain or navigator in guiding a ship safely through the waters. In literature, the concept of helming has been explored in works such as Moby Dick and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.

How to Memorize "helming"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the image of a captain standing at the helm of a ship, steering it through the waters.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'helming' with the image of a ship being guided through the sea.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Helm me, Captain' to remember the meaning of the word.


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