rowing machine

[ roh-ing ]

noun

1. 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.

rowing machine

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of rowing machine¹

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

If you need to take it easy on your joints, consider an elliptical, stationary bike, or rowing machine—all of these provide a great workout while taking the pressure off of your knees.

From Popular-Science

She spent three hours each day on a rowing machine, an exercise bike and a treadmill, hastily delivered by Spain’s Paralympic Committee.

From Time

In addition to a photograph in which she is on an indoor rowing machine, she was also cc’d on at least one email involving her parents and Singer.

From Time

The company is also testing what appears to be a rowing machine.

From Fortune

Exercise bikes have shined during this time—they’re less intimidating than something like a rowing machine and take up less space than a treadmill.

From Popular-Science

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

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg

Day after day Barney Mulloy took a long pull at the rowing machine.

From Project Gutenberg