oar

Noun
  1. An implement used to propel or steer a boat (synset 103842942)
    is a type of: implement - instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
    subtypes:
    • boat paddle, paddle - a short light oar used without an oarlock to propel a canoe or small boat
    • scull - each of a pair of short oars that are used by a single oarsman
    • scull - a long oar that is mounted at the stern of a boat and moved left and right to propel the boat forward
    • sweep, sweep oar - a long oar used in an open boat
    has: blade, vane - flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water

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