What is another word for rudderstock?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌdəstˌɒk] (IPA) 
The word rudderstock refers to the vertical shaft that supports and rotates the rudder of a ship or boat. Synonyms for rudderstock include tiller, helm, steering gear, helm post, and steering shaft. The tiller is a handle attached to the rudderstock that is used to steer smaller boats. The helm is the overall steering mechanism of a ship or boat, including the rudderstock and its associated gear. The steering gear may refer to the entire mechanism that controls the rudder, including the rudderstock, tiller, and any associated cables or hydraulic systems. The helm post and steering shaft are additional terms that may be used interchangeably with rudderstock.
