oarsman

noun

oars·​man ˈȯrz-mən 

: one who rows especially in a racing crew

oarsmanship

ˈȯrz-mən-ˌship 

noun

Synonyms of oarsman

• rower

Examples of oarsman in a Sentence

the only oarsman in a rowboat designed for two

Recent Examples on the Web

The 2,200 oarsmen from the Royal Thai Navy started their training in June, learning how to row the barges in unison at a navy dockyard before rehearsing in the river in late July. — ABC News, 1 Nov. 2026

While Viking sagas mention rhythmic chants to aid oarsmen, the dramatic, coordinated movements seen today bear little resemblance to actual Viking rowing techniques. — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Nonetheless, killing such huge creatures was exceptionally risky—and not just for the oarsmen and harpooners in the boats. — Literary Hub, 6 July 2026

There’s no keel, so the skilled oarsmen work hard to steer them with each stroke. — Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 8 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1701, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for oarsman

• oarsmen

Kids Definition

oarsman

noun

oars·​man ˈō(ə)rz-mən 

ˈȯ(ə)rz-

: a person who rows especially in a racing crew