How to Pronounce Rowlock

To pronounce "rowlock", say ROWL-ock — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɒlək/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹɒlək/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rowlock”

"rowlock" has 2 syllables: rowl-ock.

What does rowlock mean?

noun

  1. A pivot attached to the gunwale (outrigger in a sport boat) of a boat that supports and guides an oar, and provides a fulcrum for rowing; an oarlock (mostly US).

Synonyms

oarlocktholetholepinthowel

Related words

oarlockpegtholepinpintholehandlockboxlockfirelock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rowlock"?▾

"Rowlock" has 2 syllables: rowl · ock.

What is the IPA transcription of "rowlock"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rowlock" is /ˈɹɒlək/.

What does "rowlock" mean?▾

Rowlock: A pivot attached to the gunwale (outrigger in a sport boat) of a boat that supports and guides an oar, and provides a fulcrum for rowing; an oarlock (mostly US).

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