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English → English (WordNet)
Definition: oarlock
oarlock
n : a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the
oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing [syn: 
peg,
pin, 
thole, 
tholepin, 
rowlock]
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Oarlock
Oarlock 
\Oar"lock`\ ([=o]r"l[o^]k`), n. (Naut.),
The notch, fork, or other device on the gunwale of a boat, in
which the oar rests, and that holds the oar in place and acts
as a fulcrum for rowing. Certain oarlocks are designed for
use with oars having attached swivels, which insert into the
oarlock and provide a firm pivot. Same as 
Rowlock[1].
Syn: peg, pin, thole, tholepin, rowlock.
[1913 Webster + WordNet 1.5 +PJC]
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