Oars

/ɔrz/ noun

Definition

Long poles with flat blades at one end, used to row a boat through the water by pushing against it.

Etymology

From Old English 'ar' or 'ar,' related to Germanic and Scandinavian languages. Oars have been used since prehistoric times, making it one of humanity's oldest tools for water travel.

Kelly Says

Olympic rowers move their boats faster than many cars drive through cities—a team pulling oars in perfect synchronization can accelerate a shell to nearly 20 mph through sheer human coordination and power.

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