take the con

== English == === Verb === take the con (third-person singular simple present takes the con, present participle taking the con, simple past took the con, past participle taken the con) (nautical, literal) To take over navigational duties on the bridge of a ship. Coordinate term: take the helm (general, figurative) To take over responsibilities from someone else and thus become in charge of a situation. Synonym: take the helm ==== Related terms ==== conning tower