noun
- The plural of helmsmanship; the skill, practice, or art of steering a ship or boat.
- The plural of helmsmanship; skillful leadership or direction, especially in guiding an organization or nation through difficult circumstances.
Usage: nautical; plural form
Usage: figurative; plural form
Examples
- The captain's helmsmanships during the storm were praised by the entire crew.
- Different helmsmanships were demonstrated by the competing sailors in the regatta.
- The nation's helmsmanships through economic crises shaped its future prosperity.
- His helmsmanships of the company led it to unprecedented growth.
- The academy teaches various helmsmanships to aspiring maritime officers.
- Their helmsmanships in diplomacy prevented international conflict.