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helm vs steer

steer vs helm

helm and steer both are nouns.

helm and steer both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
helm Yes No Yes No
steer Yes No Yes No
As verbs, steer is a hypernym of helm; that is, steer is a word with a broader meaning than helm:
  • helm: be at or take the helm of
  • steer: direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
Other hypernyms of helm include channelise, channelize, direct, guide, head, maneuver, manoeuver, manoeuvre, point.
helm (noun) steer (noun)
(figurative) a position of leadership castrated bull
steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered an indication of potential opportunity
helm (verb) steer (verb)
be at or take the helm of direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
direct (oneself) somewhere
be a guiding or motivating force or drive
Difference between helm and steer

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