What is another word for oarsman?

Pronunciation: [ˈɔːzmən] (IPA)

Oarsman is a term used to describe a person who rows a boat using oars. There are different synonyms that are used interchangeably for the term oarsman. The most common synonyms include rower, paddler, sculler, canoeist, kayaker, and boatman. All these terms refer to individuals who engage in the activity of propelling a boat forward using oars or paddles. The term rower is commonly used in the context of competitive rowing, where participants row in a coordinated manner to achieve maximum speed. Similarly, the terms paddler, sculler, canoeist, and kayaker are used to describe people who row or paddle in different types of watercraft. Finally, the term boatman is used to describe individuals who operate small boats for transportation or tourism purposes.

What are the hypernyms for Oarsman?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Oarsman?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Oarsman

No more cruel punishment could be inflicted upon a criminal than to condemn him to the life of an oarsman in the galleys.
"The Story of Malta"
Maturin M. Ballou
He consoled himself, however, by reflecting that he was a better oarsman than Valentine.
"Andy Grant's Pluck"
Horatio Alger
As a matter of fact, he had been the champion oarsman of Penhurst Academy, but this they did not know.
"Andy Grant's Pluck"
Horatio Alger

Famous quotes with Oarsman

  • When four rowers are in a boat, with their backs to the bow, their simple office is to pull the oars. The steersman's office is to look ahead and work the helm. The moment that the rower turns steersman, and tries to look over his shoulder or outpull his fellow oarsman, the boat loses headway. So you and I are placed with our backs to the future. In our hands are the oars of Christian endeavor. Let God steer the boat, and let us attend to the oars.
    Theodore L. Cuyler

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