scull Synonyms
scull Meaning
scull (n)
a long oar that is mounted at the stern of a boat and moved left and right to propel the boat forward
each of a pair of short oars that are used by a single oarsman
a racing shell that is propelled by sculls
scull (v)
propel with sculls
scull (n.)
The skull.
A shoal of fish.
A boat; a cockboat. See Sculler.
One of a pair of short oars worked by one person.
A single oar used at the stern in propelling a boat.
The common skua gull.
scull (v. t.)
To impel (a boat) with a pair of sculls, or with a single scull or oar worked over the stern obliquely from side to side.
scull (v. i.)
To impel a boat with a scull or sculls.
scull Sentence Examples
- The graceful glide of a single scull echoed across the tranquil lake.
- Rowers propelled their sculls with rhythmic precision, their oars creating a gentle ripple in the water.
- The coxswain yelled commands, urging the scullers to push their limits.
- The scull's sleek design allowed it to cut through the water with minimal resistance.
- The oarsman's calloused hands gripped the sculls tightly, guiding them with expertise.
- The race began with a thunderous start, as the sculls leaped from the line.
- The victorious scull crossed the finish line a full boat length ahead of its rivals.
- The team's sculls were meticulously aligned to ensure optimal performance.
- The river bank reverberated with the sound of sculls slicing through the water.
- The scullers' relentless determination propelled them through the grueling endurance test.
FAQs About the word scull
a long oar that is mounted at the stern of a boat and moved left and right to propel the boat forward, each of a pair of short oars that are used by a single oa
canoe,row, kayak, oar, paddle,pull, pole, feather,punt
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The graceful glide of a single scull echoed across the tranquil lake.
Rowers propelled their sculls with rhythmic precision, their oars creating a gentle ripple in the water.
The coxswain yelled commands, urging the scullers to push their limits.
The scull's sleek design allowed it to cut through the water with minimal resistance.
