helm vs maneuver

helm and maneuver both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
helm	Yes	No	Yes	No
maneuver	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, maneuver is a hypernym of helm; that is, maneuver is a word with a broader meaning than helm:

Other hypernyms of helm include channelise, channelize, direct, guide, head, manoeuver, manoeuvre, point, steer.

helm (noun)	maneuver (noun)
(figurative) a position of leadership	a move made to gain a tactical end
steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered	an action aimed at evading an opponent
	a military training exercise
	a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill
	a plan for attaining a particular goal

helm (verb)	maneuver (verb)
be at or take the helm of	perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
	direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
	act in order to achieve a certain goal