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oarlock
noun oar·lock \-ˌläk\
: a part that holds an oar in place on either side of a boat
Full Definition of OARLOCK
: a usually U-shaped device for holding an oar in place
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First Known Use of OARLOCK
before 12th century
Rhymes with OARLOCK
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OARLOCK Defined for Kids
oarlock
noun oar·lock \ˈȯr-ˌläk\
Definition of OARLOCK for Kids
: a usually U-shaped device for holding an oar in place
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