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The notch, fork, or other device on the gunwale of a boat, in which the oar rests in rowing. See Rowlock.

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  1. n. The notch, fork, or other device on the gunwale of a boat, in which the oar rests in rowing. See Rowlock.
  2. n. a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing
  3. The notch, fork, or other device on the gunwale of a boat, in which the oar rests in rowing. See Rowlock.
  4. The notch, fork, or other device on the gunwale of a boat, inwhich the oar rests in rowing. See Rowlock.
  5. n:100 n a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing