Rowboat
(noun)
A small boat propelled by oars, typically used for recreation or as a tender to a larger boat.
Origin:
A word of uncertain origin, rowboat is first recorded in the 1660s.
Examples:
- The couple rented a rowboat to take a leisurely paddle on the lake.
- The lifeguards kept a rowboat nearby in case anyone needed to be rescued.
- The family spent the afternoon rowing their rowboat along the river.
- The rowboat was attached to the dock with a rope.
- The two friends decided to go fishing and took the rowboat out on the ocean.