oar

[ɔːr]

oar Definition

  • 1a long pole with a flat blade at one end that is used for rowing a boat
  • 2to row a boat using oars

Using oar: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oar" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He picked up the oars and started rowing.

  • Example

    The boat was moving slowly because only one oar was being used.

  • Example

    She gripped the oar tightly and began to row.

oar Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for oar

Phrases with oar

  • feather the oars

    to turn the oars parallel to the water's surface during the recovery phase of a rowing stroke, reducing wind resistance and drag

    Example

    The coach instructed the rowers to feather the oars to increase their speed.

  • pull one's oar in

    to stop interfering or meddling in a situation

    Example

    I wish he would pull his oar in and let us handle this situation.

  • ship one's oars

    to stop rowing and rest

    Example

    The rowers shipped their oars and took a break before continuing their journey.

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Summary: oar in Brief

An 'oar' [ɔːr] is a long pole with a flat blade at one end used for rowing a boat. It can also mean to row a boat using oars. Phrases like 'feather the oars' and 'ship one's oars' are commonly used in the context of rowing.