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verb \ˈrō\

Definition of ROW

intransitive verb
1
: to propel a boat by means of oars
2
: to move by or as if by the propulsion of oars
transitive verb
1
a : to propel with or as if with oars b (1) : to participate in (a rowing match) (2) : to compete against in rowing (3) : to pull (an oar) in a crew
2
: to transport in an oar-propelled boat
row·er \ˈrō-ər\ noun

Origin of ROW

Middle English, from Old English rōwan; akin to Middle High German rüejen to row, Latin remus oar
First Known Use: before 12th century

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