Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Bow.
How to pronounce bow:
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Bow - as a noun
Front part of a vessel or aircraft
Example: "He pointed the bow of the boat toward the finish line"
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foreprowstemA slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stickHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting
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bowingobeisanceHypernyms (Closely Related)
reverencegesturemotionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A weapon for shooting arrows, composed of a curved piece of resilient wood with a taut cord to propel the arrow
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
armweaponweapon systemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An appearance by actors or performers at the end of the concert or play in order to acknowledge the applause of the audience
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curtain callSomething curved in shape
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arcHypernyms (Closely Related)
curvecurved shapeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A decorative interlacing of ribbons
Bow - as a verb
Bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head
Example: "He bowed before the king"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bow downHypernyms (Closely Related)
gesticulategesturemotionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Play on a stringed instrument with a bow
Yield to another's wish or opinion
Example: "The government bowed to the military pressure"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accededefergive insubmitBend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting
Example: "He bowed before the king"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change postureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He tied a ribbon into a bow."
"The violinist tightened the bow before starting to play."
"She received a standing ovation after her graceful ballet bow."
"The princess's dress had a large, extravagant bow at the back."
"The archer's precise aim led to a perfect bullseye on the target's bow."
Word Game Points
Is BOW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bow is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BOW has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is BOW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bow is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBOW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is BOW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bow is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBOW has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
