Wheelhouse/ˈwiːlhaʊs/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/2Nautical Origin Originally a maritime term, 'wheelhouse' relates to the commanding area of a ship. She took me to the wheelhouse to show me the controls. Pro Tip 2/2Leadership Setting Use 'wheelhouse' metaphorically to describe a place where someone takes charge. In project planning, you're in your wheelhouse.