Oarsman
noun
A man who rows a boat.
The school employs experienced oarsmen to coach the students on rowing.

Often appears as...
- professional oarsman
- skilled oarsman
noun
A man who rows a boat.
The school employs experienced oarsmen to coach the students on rowing.

Often appears as...
- professional oarsman
- skilled oarsman
Definition 1 of 1

Gendered Term
Originally referred to male rowers; now can imply any gender unless in a historical context.

The team's oarsman was the fastest in the competition.
Sporting Context
Often used in relation to competitive rowing or crew teams.

The oarsman trained hard for the regatta.
Skill Importance
Highlights the rower's proficiency. 'Skilled' especially implies expertise.

She is recognized as a skilled oarsman.
Gendered Term
Originally referred to male rowers; now can imply any gender unless in a historical context.

The team's oarsman was the fastest in the competition.
Sporting Context
Often used in relation to competitive rowing or crew teams.

The oarsman trained hard for the regatta.
Skill Importance
Highlights the rower's proficiency. 'Skilled' especially implies expertise.

She is recognized as a skilled oarsman.
Gendered Term
Originally referred to male rowers; now can imply any gender unless in a historical context.

The team's oarsman was the fastest in the competition.
Sporting Context
Often used in relation to competitive rowing or crew teams.

The oarsman trained hard for the regatta.
Skill Importance
Highlights the rower's proficiency. 'Skilled' especially implies expertise.

She is recognized as a skilled oarsman.
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