Rowlock and Thole

Rowlock

Rowlock noun - A holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing.
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Synonyms for Rowlock

Thole is a synonym for rowlock. In some cases you can use "Thole" instead a noun "Rowlock".

Thole

Thole noun - A holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing.
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Synonyms for Thole

Rowlock is a synonym for thole. You can use "Rowlock" instead a noun "Thole".
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Thole and Rowlock. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 15, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/rowlock/thole
Rowlock & Thole. N.p., 2016. Web. 15 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/rowlock/thole>.
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