helm vs tug

helm and tug both are nouns.

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

helm (noun)	tug (noun)
(figurative) a position of leadership	a sudden abrupt pull
steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered	a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships

helm (verb)	tug (verb)
be at or take the helm of	struggle in opposition
	pull hard
	pull or strain hard at
	move by pulling hard
	carry with difficulty
	tow (a vessel) with a tug
	strive and make an effort to reach a goal