oars·man

[awrz-muhn, ohrz-]
noun, plural oars·men.
a person who rows a boat, especially a racing boat; rower.

Origin:
1695–1705; oar + 's1 + -man

oars·man·ship, noun
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oarsman (ˈɔːzmən) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n , pl -men
a man who rows, esp one who rows in a racing boat
 
'oarsmanship
 
n

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Oarsman is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
Example sentences
The lat ter, who is an oarsman of note, has only competed in two ice races and enjoys the distinction of having won them both.
Although he's an actor in the story, an oarsman in his whale boat, his main job is that of a narrator and interpreter of events.
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