rowing

noun

row·​ing ˈrō-iŋ 

1

: the propelling of a boat by means of oars : the action of one that rows

2

: the sport of racing in shells

Examples of rowing in a Sentence

She was on the rowing team.

Recent Examples on the Web

Signature features include the pink-marble atrium and Murano chandeliers, as well as cultural experiences such as Voga Veneta (rowing) lessons and secret garden tours. —Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026

There is also a two-week Learn to Row Camp for students entering 7th through 12th grade who are interested in competitive rowing. —Jessie Dax-Setkus, Oc Register, 22 Mar. 2026

Aerobic activities — such as brisk walking, cycling and rowing — can improve brain function, including for older adults who begin exercising later in life. —Holly Haber, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026

The VeloGym does also have a traditional pedal drivetrain, which delivers leg power to the rear wheel either along with or instead of the arm-rowing system. —Ben Coxworth march 14, New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing rowing

• rowing boat
• rowing machine

Rhymes for rowing

• blowing
• boing
• bowing
• crowing
• flowing
• glowing
• going
• growing
• hoeing
• knowing
• lowing
• sewing

Kids Definition

rowing

noun

row·​ing ˈrō-iŋ 

: the sport of racing long narrow boats rowed by oars