oarsman
nounUK /ˈɔːzmən/
US /ˈɔːrzmən/
A person who rows a boat with oars.
The oarsman pulled hard on the oars to move the boat across the lake.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A skilled or professional rower in a racing crew.
The team's star oarsman set a new record in the singles event.
3. A person who operates oars as a job or duty on a vessel.
The oarsman ferried passengers across the river every morning.
4. A member of a rowing crew who helps steer or power the boat.
Each oarsman in the eight-person shell kept perfect timing.