| 词汇 | at the helm |
| 释义 | Idiom at the helmat the helm (of something) in control.He resigned and left the company last July after two years at the helm. Etymology: based on the literal meaning of helm (= the handle or wheel that controls the direction in which a ship travels) at the helmIn charge; acting as the leader of something. The phrase originated as a nautical term, meaning "in the position to steer a ship." Jack is at the helm, so I know they'll get this project done on time! Nancy has been at the helm of our department for so long that I can't imagine what it will be like once she retires! at the helm (of something)Fig. in the position of being in control of something. The president is at the helm of the company. Things will go well with Anne at the helm. at the helmIn charge, in command, as in With Charles at the helm, the company is bound to prosper. This phrase transfers the idea of steering a ship to directing other enterprises. [Early 1500s] Also see the synonym at the wheel. at the ˈhelm/ˈtillerin control of an organization, etc: The company began to make profits again with the new managing director at the helm.A helm or a tiller is used for controlling the direction of a ship or a boat. |
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