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helmsman in French

helmsman in French is barreur, timonier — helmsman means the person who steers a ship.

helmsman in French

barreur
noun
(nautical) A member of a ship's crew who is responsible for steering.
timonier
noun
(nautical) A member of a ship's crew who is responsible for steering.

What does "helmsman" mean?

  1. noun The person who steers a ship.
    "The helmsman kept the boat steady through the rough waves."
  2. noun Figuratively, someone who leads or guides an organization or effort.
    "As helmsman of the party, he set its direction for a decade."
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helmsman in a sentence

  • The helmsman kept the boat steady through the rough waves.
  • As helmsman of the party, he set its direction for a decade.

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What is "helmsman" in French?

"helmsman" in French is barreur, timonier. helmsman means: The person who steers a ship.

How do you use "helmsman" in a sentence?

Example: "The helmsman kept the boat steady through the rough waves." In French, "helmsman" is barreur, timonier.

Are there other ways to say "helmsman" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "helmsman": barreur, timonier.

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