Sculling: meaning, definitions and examples

This is a repeat, covered in the first entry.

Rowing is a more general term for propelling a boat using one or more oars. This can be used both in competitive contexts and casual or recreational scenarios.

• She joined the university's rowing team last year.
• We went rowing on the river during the weekend.

Paddling is used primarily for kayaks or canoes and involves using a single-bladed paddle. It is a term often associated with more informal or recreational activities.

• They enjoyed a day of paddling down the gentle stream.
• Paddling a canoe requires coordination and rhythm.

Oaring refers more generally to the act of using oars to move a boat. It can be used in casual or recreational settings.

• They spent the afternoon oaring around the lake.
• The sun set as we continued oaring along the river.

Sculling refers to propelling a boat using two oars, one in each hand. It is common in competitive rowing and also for exercise. The term is mostly used in a sporting context.

• She trains every morning by sculling on the river.
• The sculling team won the championship last year.

Boating is a broad term that refers to the activity of traveling in or operating a boat for leisure, transportation, or sport. It is less specific than the other terms.

• We enjoy boating on the lake during summer.
• Boating can be a relaxing weekend activity.

Rowing generally refers to the act of propelling a boat using oars. It can be a recreational activity, a competitive sport, or a form of exercise. Unlike sculling, rowing can involve one or two oars per person.

• Rowing is an excellent full-body workout.
• The rowing team practices every morning.

Paddling involves moving a small boat such as a canoe or kayak using a paddle. It is usually associated with recreational activities and sometimes with sports like kayaking or canoeing.

• They spent the afternoon paddling down the river.
• Kayaking requires good paddling technique.