rowing machine

noun

: an exercise machine that simulates the action of rowing

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Attach a handle to the rowing machine—any will do. — Jakob Roze, Health, 17 June 2026 After a half hour working out with the flywheel, which works like a zero-gravity rowing machine, Wiseman was impressed. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2026 This at-home rowing machine uses real water for resistance, mimicking on-water rowing to a T. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026 Biking, swimming, or using an elliptical or rowing machine are other good endurance activities that may help to reduce blood pressure. — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for rowing machine

Word History

First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rowing machine was in 1898

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“Rowing machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rowing%20machine. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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