oarlock
5 synonyms for oarlock, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A U-shaped fitting on the side of a rowing boat that holds an oar in place.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from oar and lock.
Full origin of oarlock →