Definition

Describing something that does not have oars, typically referring to a boat or vessel.

Example

The oarless boat drifted silently across the lake.

Conversation

Did you see that boat on the lake?

Yeah, it looked really oarless and just floating there.

I wonder how they planned to move it around.

Maybe they just wanted a relaxing day, without needing to row.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oarless is formed from "oar" (from Old English "ār", meaning a tool for rowing) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "oarless" means without oars, indicating a lack of rowing tools.

Memory Tip

Imagine a boat that is 'without' ('-less') its 'rowing tool' ('oar'). This helps you remember that 'oarless' describes something that lacks oars.

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