GRE Word List
HELM
a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering
The meaning of the word helm is a lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering.
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| gentry | upper or ruling class : aristocracy |
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| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| tawny | of the color tawny |
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