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oarhole

a slot or opening in the side of a galley or ship through which an oar is fitted

Pronunciation: say oarhole

Meaning

A hole or opening in the side of a boat through which an oar is passed for rowing.

Example

The rower placed the oar through the oarhole to begin paddling the boat.

The rower placed the oar through the oarhole to begin paddling the boat.

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