1. resembling an oar in shape or appearance; long, flat, and paddle-shaped

Examples

• The penguin’s oarlike flippers propelled it through the water.
• The plant had oarlike leaves that were broad and elongated.
• The fish’s oarlike fins helped it navigate the strong current.
• She noticed the oarlike appendages on the ancient fossil.
• The boat’s oarlike rudder was carved from a single piece of wood.
• The insect’s oarlike wings beat rapidly as it hovered over the flower.