Row Definition & Meaning
row
- noun
- an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line; "a row of chairs"
- an angry dispute; "they had a quarrel"; "they had words"
- a long continuous strip (usually running horizontally); "a mackerel sky filled with rows of clouds"; "rows of barbed wire protected the trenches"
- (construction) a layer of masonry; "a course of bricks"
- a linear array of numbers, letters, or symbols side by side
- a continuous chronological succession without an interruption; "they won the championship three years in a row"
- the act of rowing as a sport
- verb
- propel with oars; "row the boat across the lake"
"Row" in song lyrics
See how row is used in real songs:
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"And G.I. Joe, who has the girls by the row"
2 Live Crew — Ghetto Bass II -
"Return of Madman, shot up the front row"
9th Prince — Tell a Friend -
"Never cross the Granddaddy Flow, or you might end up on death row"
9th Prince — Snatching Pocketbooks
Words that rhyme with row
Usage tips for "row"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "row" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for row to find words that pair well.