rowing machine

row ma·chine

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Definitions of rowing machine words

noun rowing machine an exercise machine having a mechanism with two oarlike handles, foot braces, and a sliding seat, allowing the user to go through the motions of rowing in a racing shell. 1
countable noun rowing machine A rowing machine is an exercise machine with moving parts which you move as if you were rowing a rowing boat. 0
noun rowing machine a device with oars and a sliding seat resembling a sculling boat, used to provide exercise 0
noun rowing machine a type of exercise equipment that simulates the activity of rowing 0

before 1870

One of the 26% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1870-75

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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