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bow

British pronunciation/bˈəʊ/
American pronunciation/ˈbaʊ/, /ˈboʊ/
to bow
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

synonyms : bow down
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2

bend one's back forward from the waist on down

synonyms : bend
crouch
stoop
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3

yield to another's wish or opinion

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4

bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting

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5

play on a stringed instrument with a bow

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1

a knot tied with two loops and two loose ends, usually used for fastening shoelaces

synonyms : bowknot
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What is a "bow"?

A bow is a decorative element that is commonly used on clothing items such as dresses, blouses, and shirts. It is typically made from a piece of fabric that is folded and sewn in a loop, creating two ends that extend outwards. The bow can be positioned in a variety of ways, including at the neckline, waist, or on the back of the garment. It can be made in various sizes and colors to suit the style and design of the clothing item, and is often used to add a touch of femininity or elegance to an outfit. Bows can also be made from materials such as ribbon, lace, or leather, depending on the desired look and feel of the garment.

2

a long and partially curved, thin rod made out of wood with horsehair strings stretched alongside it, used to play stringed instruments such as the cello and violin

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3

a curved weapon joined at both ends by a string, capable of shooting arrows

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4

a piece of decorative cloth tied in a bowknot

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5

a gesture of respect or submission, typically involving lowering the head or body

synonyms : bowing
obeisance
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6

something curved in shape

synonyms : arc
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7

front part of a vessel or aircraft

synonyms : fore
prow
stem
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8

a stroke with a curved piece of wood with taut horsehair strands that is used in playing stringed instruments

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9

an appearance by actors or performers at the end of the concert or play in order to acknowledge the applause of the audience

synonyms : curtain call
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Examples
1I gave a bow.
2The rookie player made his bow on the field during the championship game.
3The new CEO made her bow at the company's annual shareholder meeting.
4The loyal subjects bowed down before their king as a sign of reverence.
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