helmsman

[helmz-muhn]

noun

plural

helmsmen 

1. a person who steers a ship; helmsperson.

helmsman

/ ˈhɛlmzmən /

noun

1. the person at the helm who steers the ship; steersman

Other Word Forms

• helmsmanship noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of helmsman¹

First recorded in 1615–25; helm ¹ + 's ¹ + -man

Example Sentences

After the waves struck, one of the crew fell into the helmsman causing injury and the boat had to abort its rescue attempt.

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Videos loop vivid storytelling from Navy professionals, from chefs to master helmsmen, and there are plenty of hands-on activities.

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But Burling, the two-time reigning America’s Cup champion helmsman, got caught in traffic in the 10-boat fleet and copped a penalty for not keeping clear of Emirates Great Britain.

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The helmsman looks up at an incoming text.

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The “helmsman,” as party propagandists describe Xi, reiterated China’s plans to eclipse the United States; no mention this time of his Moscow partner.

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