Definition of Oarlock
Oar´lock`
Pronunciation:
ōr´lǒk`
n.
1.
(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
}.
Related Words
dinghy
,
dory
,
holder
,
peg
,
pin
,
rowboat
,
rowlock
,
thole
,
tholepin
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