rowing machine

[ roh-ing ]
/ ˈroʊ ɪŋ /

noun

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.

Origin of rowing machine

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Words nearby rowing machine

rowe, rowel, rowen, rowena, rowing boat, rowing machine, rowland heights, rowlandson, rowley, rowling, rowlock

Example sentences from the Web for rowing machine

  • She even pinched her thumb in the rowing-machine, which is the zenith of inexpertness.

    Wanted: A Husband |Samuel Hopkins Adams

  • The rowing-machine is probably the most beneficial form of mechanical home exercise that is likely to be followed faithfully.

    How to Live |Irving Fisher and Eugene Fisk

  • For all we know they may have been practicing on the rowing-machine in their gym.

    The Putnam Hall Rivals |Arthur M. Winfield

British Dictionary definitions for rowing machine

rowing machine

noun

a device with oars and a sliding seat resembling a sculling boat, used to provide exercise