This is the 11888th most frequent German word.
timon
The German word "Timon" is a proper noun, typically used as a male given name.
Here, 'Timon' is used as a proper noun referring to a person's name.
Der Name des Hauptcharakters des Buches ist Timon.
The name of the book's main character is Timon.
Here, 'Timon' continues to be used as a proper noun (a name), but it is positioned in the context of someone performing a sailing-related action.
Als Steuermann hielt Timon das Ruder fest.
As a helmsman, Timon held the rudder firmly.
Again, 'Timon' serves as a proper noun, emphasizing its role as the subject impacting the situation.