Bow
Pronunciation: /ˈbaʊ/
Bow (noun)
- a curved piece of wood with a string, used to shoot arrows.
- the front part of a ship or boat.
- a knot with loops, used for decoration or tying things.
Examples
- The archer aimed the bow at the target.
- She practiced with her bow in the field.
Common collocations: draw a bow, string a bow, stand at the bow, bow wave, tie a bow
Bow (verb)
- to bend your body forward, often to show respect.
- to agree to do something because of pressure or force.
Examples
- He bowed to greet the guests.
- She bowed before entering the room.