rowing
UK: ˈrəʊɪŋ | US: ˈroʊɪŋ
n. the sport or activity of propelling a boat using oars
vi. present participle of "row" (to propel a boat with oars)
The word "rowing" derives from the Old English "rōwan," meaning "to row a boat," which traces back to the Proto-Germanic "*rōaną." The suffix "-ing" is a productive English suffix forming present participles or gerunds. The combination preserves the original action of moving a boat via oars, now specialized as both a verb form and a noun denoting the sport.
She took up rowing to improve her upper-body strength.
The team practiced rowing on the river every morning.
Rowing requires synchronization among all crew members.
He injured his shoulder while rowing competitively.
The calm lake was perfect for leisurely rowing.