Thole has 5 synonyms. The top synonyms for thole are oarlock, rowlock, tholepin, peg, pin. Browse the full list below.
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What is a synonym for thole?
A common synonym for thole is oarlock. Other synonyms include rowlock, tholepin, peg, pin.
How many synonyms does thole have?
Thole has 5 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.
What does thole mean?
°a pin in the side of a boat which acts as a fulcrum for the oars.
Definition of thole:
°a
pin in the side of a
boat which acts as a fulcrum for the
oars.
"1973: The oars squeaked against the tholes, the blades dipped with a steady beat, and the sun beat down: the boat crept across the sea. -- Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise"
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Definition of thole:
°a
pin in the side of a
boat which acts as a fulcrum for the
oars.
"1973: The oars squeaked against the tholes, the blades dipped with a steady beat, and the sun beat down: the boat crept across the sea. -- Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise"