Helms meaning : The stems of various cultivated plants, left after harvesting the crop to be used as animal litter or for thatching. An individual plant stem. Part of a harness; a hame. The steering apparatus of a ship, especially the tiller or wheel. (maritime) The member of the crew in charge of steering the boat. A position of leadership or control. One at the place of direction or control; a guide; a director. A helve. To be a helmsman or a member of the helm; to be in charge of steering the boat. (by extension) To lead (a project, etc.). A helmet. A helmet. A heavy cloud lying on the brow of a mountain.