Definition of Oars

flat blades that are used to row a boat

Examples of Oars in a sentence

Pulling on both oars, the levers propelled the boat through the water.  🔊

The boat was guided by steering oars so large that it took a dozen men to maneuver them.  🔊

Before setting sail, the ship’s sails and oars were checked for damage.  🔊

The boat’s oars proved useless when trying to sail on the rocky water.  🔊

The longship requires gigantic oars that are sturdy enough to propel the enormous vessel.  🔊

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