Rowed: meaning, definitions and examples

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rowed

 

[ roสŠd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Rowed is the simple past tense of the verb 'row,' which means to propel a boat forward using oars. This action is commonly associated with various forms of boating and is often a competitive sport. Rowed can also imply moving forward with effort or perseverance, usually in a challenging situation. In a broader sense, it can denote the act of engaging in rowing as a leisure or fitness activity.

Synonyms

driven, paddled, propelled

Examples of usage

  • They rowed down the river.
  • He rowed his boat across the lake.
  • She rowed for the university team last year.

Translations

Translations of the word "rowed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น remou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคถเฅเคคเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช rudern

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mendayung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะตะฑั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wiosล‚owaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆผ•ใ„ใ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท a ramรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ remรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kรผrek รงekmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธ๋ฅผ ์ €์—ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฏู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vesloval

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรกdloval

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ’่ˆน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ veslal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกtti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณั€ะตะฑัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒ–แƒฆแƒ•แƒแƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qayฤฑq sรผrmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ remรณ

Etymology

The word 'row' comes from the Old English word 'rowan,' meaning 'to propel a boat by means of oars.' The term has evolved over centuries, reflecting changes in language and technology associated with boating. Initially used in the context of rowing in small vessels, it has broadened its application to various types of boats and competitive sports. The verb form 'rowed' has been used since the early medieval period, indicating its long-standing presence in the English lexicon. As rowing became more formalized as a sport in the 19th century, the usage of 'row' and its variants expanded significantly within literature and sporting culture, giving rise to its association with both recreation and competition. Today, rowing is recognized as a sport with an organized structure, including regattas and championships, further solidifying the term's relevance in modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,982, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.