What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
oarsman
Example
The oarsman skillfully navigated the boat through the rough waters. [oarsman: noun]
Example
The team's oarsmen worked together to win the race. [oarsmen: plural noun]
rower
Example
The rower practiced every day to prepare for the upcoming competition. [rower: noun]
Example
She enjoys rowing on the lake as a form of exercise. [rowing: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Rower is more commonly used than oarsman in modern language, and it is also gender-neutral, making it a more inclusive term.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between oarsman and rower?
Oarsman is more formal than rower, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
