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oar

/ɔːr/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does oar mean?

noun, verb

A long, flat piece of wood or other material used for rowing a boat, or to propel or steer something. To propel or steer something using an oar.

Example

"She used an oar to steer the canoe through the calm waters."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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