helmsperson

[US]//ˈhɛlmzˌpɜːsən//
[UK]//ˈhɛlmzˌpɝːsən//

Translation

n.a person who steers and is in charge of directing a ship or boat

Phrases & Collocations

the helmsperson

our helmsperson

helmsperson on duty

call the helmsperson

trust the helmsperson

helmspersons at work

helmspersons on watch

become a helmsperson

help the helmsperson

replacing the helmsperson

Example Sentences

the helmsperson took the helm during the storm and steadied the ship.

as helmsperson on watch, she kept a steady course through the narrow channel.

the captain praised the helmsperson for quick, decisive action at the wheel.

the helmsperson corrected the heading and brought the bow into the wind.

with calm hands, the helmsperson maintained course and speed in heavy seas.

the helmsperson executed a smooth turn to port to avoid the floating debris.

at the harbor entrance, the helmsperson held position while the pilot came aboard.

the helmsperson followed the navigation lights and kept the vessel on track.

when visibility dropped, the helmsperson relied on instruments and steady steering.

the helmsperson responded to the captain’s orders and adjusted the rudder angle.

during docking, the helmsperson coordinated with the crew and made fine corrections.

the experienced helmsperson anticipated the swell and prevented a hard yaw.

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