helmed


helm 1

H0136300 (hĕlm)n.1. Nautical The steering gear of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel.2. A position of leadership or control: at the helm of the government.tr.v. helmed, helm·ing, helms To take the helm of; steer or direct.
[Middle English, from Old English helma.]
helm′er n.

helm 2

H0136300 (hĕlm) Archaic n. A helmet.tr.v. helmed, helm·ing, helms To cover or furnish with a helmet.
[Middle English, from Old English; see kel- in Indo-European roots.]