Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rowboat
noun
/ˈroʊˌboʊt/
Definition
A small boat that is propelled by oars.
Examples
- The children paddled around the lake in their colorful rowboat.
- He enjoyed fishing from his old wooden rowboat on weekends.
- They rented a rowboat to explore the river together.
Meaning
A rowboat is primarily used for recreational activities, fishing, or transportation on water. It relies on human effort for movement rather than a motor.
Synonyms
- dinghy
- row
- skiff
