White-water rafting need (3)

I believe the answer is:

oar

(Other definitions for oar that I've seen before include "Rower's implement" , "propels floating craft" , "spoon?" , "Rower's paddle" , "Manual boat propeller" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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