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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peccadillo | a slight offense |
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| rank | relative standing or position |
| pestilential | causing or tending to cause pestilence : deadly |
| descry | to catch sight of |
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