Row

Definition

The term "row" describes a linear arrangement of objects, people, or elements, or the act of propelling a boat with oars.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• Noun: IPA Pronunciation: /roʊ/
• Verb: IPA Pronunciation: /roʊ/
• Respelling: ROH

British English

• Noun: IPA Pronunciation: /rəʊ/
• Verb: IPA Pronunciation: /rəʊ/
• Respelling: ROH

Etymology

The word "row" originates from Old English "ræw," meaning "a line" or "series," related to Old Norse "rǫð" and German "Reihe." The verb form, referring to propelling a boat, derives from Old English "rowan," meaning "to propel with oars."

Derivatives

• Rower (noun)
• Rowing (noun/verb)
• Rowboat (noun)
• Outrow (verb)
• Rowlock (noun)

Synonyms

• Line
• Series
• Paddle

Antonyms

• Disarray
• Scatter
• None

Usage

The term "row" is widely used in contexts involving order, arrangement, and boating. For example: "The chairs were arranged in a neat row," or "She learned how to row a boat on the lake."

Related Terms

• Alignment: The arrangement in a straight line.
• Sequence: An ordered set of items.
• Oar: A tool used for rowing.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A line of objects, people, or elements: Refers to items arranged in a straight or organized manner.
  • Example: "The desks were placed in a row."
• A linear arrangement in data or structure: Refers to a horizontal grouping, such as in a table or spreadsheet.
  • Example: "The first row in the spreadsheet contains headers."

Verb

• To propel a boat using oars: Refers to the action of moving a vessel on water by manual effort.
  • Example: "They rowed across the river."
• To move or travel by rowing: Refers to the journey or activity itself.
  • Example: "The crew rowed to victory in the race."