What is another word for rowers?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈə͡ʊəz] (IPA)

Rowing is a popular sport played across the globe. It involves moving a boat through water by using oars with the help of a team. The members of this team are commonly referred to as rowers. However, there are many other terms that can be used synonymously. For instance, paddlers, scullers, and oarsmen are perfect synonyms for rowers. Each of these terms carries a slightly different connotation. For example, scullers typically row with two oars instead of one, while paddlers may use paddles instead of oars to propel the boat through the water. Despite these differences, they all refer to the individuals who participate in the rewarding physical activity of rowing.

What are the hypernyms for Rowers?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Rowers

The lanterns went away with him and his fellow rowers, but other lights made their appearance quickly,-after the door had closed behind Ned and Colonel Tassara.
"Ahead of the Army"
W. O. Stoddard
One old peasant told me that it is the shining brightness of the clothes on the phantom rowers and on the women who steer which makes them visible.
"The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries"
W. Y. Evans Wentz
It is evident that they are racing, because one boat gets ahead of the others, and all the rowers can be seen straining at the oars.
"The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries"
W. Y. Evans Wentz

Famous quotes with Rowers

  • We don't have any sailors in Australia, we have rowers.
    Ben Lexcen
  • When four rowers are in a boat, with their backs to the bow, their simple office is to pull the oars. The steersman's office is to look ahead and work the helm. The moment that the rower turns steersman, and tries to look over his shoulder or outpull his fellow oarsman, the boat loses headway. So you and I are placed with our backs to the future. In our hands are the oars of Christian endeavor. Let God steer the boat, and let us attend to the oars.
    Theodore L. Cuyler

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