English Explanatory Dictionary

get in the boat and row

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make a substantial effort, especially in cooperation with others in a group; also, to perform one's share of work.

Pronunciation

/ˌɡɛt‿ɪn ðə ˈbəʊt n̩ ˈɹəʊ/ /ˌɡɛt‿ɪn ðə ˈboʊt n̩ ˈɹoʊ/ En-au-get in the boat and row.ogg

Word forms

get in the boat and row gets in the boat and rows getting in the boat and rowing got in the boat and rowed gotten in the boat and rowed get in the boat and start rowing

Etymology

From the image of a person or group of people stepping into a boat and rowing to get it moving.

Synonyms

pull one's weight

Related words

in the same boat
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