wheelhouse

(in (one’s) wheelhouse) In the area of one’s greatest striking power.

(in (one’s) wheelhouse) In line with one’s interests or abilities.

Nautical, same as pilot-house.

In mech., a building in which a water-wheel is housed.

A structure to contain and safeguard the wheels of the valves of a. water-works system.

The curved inclosure for the paddle-or side-wheels of a steamboat.

The free space under the forward part of the body in some carriages, which enables the front axle to make a more extensive arc in turning, and permits the wheels to ‘cut under.’

A small house on or above a vessel’s deck, containing the steering wheel.

A paddle box. See under paddle.