oar lock

Examples (10)

• He carefully placed the oar into the lock before starting to row across the lake.
• The rusty oar lock made a loud screeching sound with every stroke of the boat.
• Ensure that the oar lock is tightly bolted to the gunwale of the rowboat for safety.
• A heavy wave crashed against the side, causing the oar to jump out of its lock.
• Most modern fishing boats use brass oar locks for better resistance to salt corrosion.
• The experienced oarsman checked the oar lock for any signs of metal fatigue or wear.
• You can adjust the height and position of the oar lock to suit your personal rowing style.
• It is extremely dangerous to venture out on the water with a loose or damaged oar lock.
• He decided to buy a pair of chrome-plated oar locks to upgrade his small wooden skiff.
• The rhythmic clicking of the oar lock was the only sound heard on the quiet river.