n.
Pronunciation: ' o ̇ r
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English oor, from Old English ā r; akin to Old Norse ā r oar
Date: before 12th century
1 : a long pole with a broad blade at one end used for propelling or steering a boat
2 : OARSMAN
– oared \ ' ō rd, ' o ̇ rd \ adjective