row up
The phrase "row up" has multiple meanings, ranging from agricultural practices to boating activities and idiomatic expressions.
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Definition
C1Agriculture
(technical)To create furrows in the soil for planting or to plant crops in straight lines.
Example
- Farmers often row up their fields to ensure even distribution of crops.
B2Boating
(general)To propel a boat forward using oars, often against the current.
Example
- They had to row up the river to reach the campsite.
B2Idiomatic Expression
(informal)To make progress despite difficulties or obstacles.
Example
- Starting a new business can feel like trying to row up-stream.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "row up":
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