Definitions
n. A long pole with a flat blade for rowing boats
船桨
Example
He lifted one oar and gently pushed the boat away.
他抬起一支船桨，轻轻把船撑开。
Visitors can explore the lake in traditional boats, using oars rather than engines to minimise disturbance to wildlife.
游客可以乘传统小船游湖，用桨而非发动机推进，以尽量减少对野生动物的干扰。
Collocations
- a pair of oars
- pull on the oars
- oar blade
Usage tip
oar通常支在船侧划动；paddle通常手持划动。
FAQ
- What does oar mean?
- A long pole with a flat blade for rowing boats
- How is oar pronounced?
- UK /ɔː/, US /ɔːr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
