The term 'CREW'S CONTROL' refers to the roles of the people in a rowing CREW. OARS is a 4 letter word that refers to the long OAR-like paddles used by rowers to propel the boat forward. OAR is a 3 letter word that refers to a single paddle used by a rower. COXSWAIN is an 8 letter word that refers to the person in charge of the boat, who steers and directs the CREW. This person is usually the smallest and lightest member of the CREW.