oarlock

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Synonyms: warlock, marlock, earlock, carlock, harlock, garlock

Antonyms: warlock, marlock, earlock, carlock, harlock, garlock

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|nautical}} A usually U-shaped device attached to the [[gunwale]] of a [[rowboat]] to hold the [[oar]]s in place while rowing.

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