What does ROWED mean?

Rowed

1. Parts of Speech: Verb

2. Definitions: (a) To propel a boat through water using oars. (b) To have rowers propel a boat through water using oars.

3. Pronunciations: (US: /roʊd/, UK: /rəʊd/)

4. Origin and Usage: The word "rowed" is the past tense of the verb "row," which comes from the Old English word "rōwan." The term "rowing" is used to describe the sport of propelling a boat through water using oars. Rowing can be done competitively or recreationally and is often practiced on rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water.

5. Synonyms: Paddled, sculled, propelled, navigated, steered.

6. Related Words: Paddl, scull, oared, boats.

7. Example Sentences:

• He rowed the boat across the lake.
• They rowed the boat together, each taking a turn with the oars.
• The team rowed in perfect unison, propelling the boat to victory.
• She had never rowed before, but quickly got the hang of it.