A boat propel is a method of propelling a boat forward. OAR (3 letters) is a long pole used to move a boat through the water by pushing against the water. CANOE (5 letters) is a small, narrow boat propelled by paddles. PEDAL (5 letters) is a method of propelling a boat forward by using pedals connected to a propeller. ROW (3 letters) is a method of propelling a boat forward by using oars. PUSH (4 letters) is a method of propelling a boat forward by using a pole or paddle.