Definitions

1. noun

The area of expertise or a particular activity at which someone excels, often in a sport or performance.

“The quarterback’s accuracy from the pocket was in his wheelhouse, but he struggled with deep passes.”

2. noun

The part of a ship or boat where the steering mechanism is located.

“The captain adjusted the wheelhouse to get a better view of the approaching island.”

3. noun

The main cabin or control room of a ship or boat.

“The first mate made an announcement from the wheelhouse about the impending storm.”

4. verb

To operate or navigate a ship or boat from the wheelhouse.

“He spent years learning how to wheelhouse a sailboat in the open ocean.”

5. verb

To excel or perform well in a particular activity or sport, especially within one’s area of expertise.

“She’s really started to wheelhouse her tennis game, winning several local tournaments.”