"oarhole" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: oarholes [plural]
Etymology: From Middle English ore hol, equivalent to oar + hole. Etymology templates: {{inh|en|enm|ore hol}} Middle English ore hol, {{compound|en|oar|hole}} oar + hole Head templates: {{en-noun}} oarhole (plural oarholes)
  1. (nautical) a slot or opening in the side of a galley or ship through which an oar is fitted Categories (topical): Nautical Synonyms: oar-hole Related terms: rowlock
    Sense id: en-oarhole-en-noun-4jHGvIY7 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: nautical, transport

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Alternative forms

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