Bowed
Pronunciation: /ˈbaʊd/
Bowed (adjective)
- having a shape that curves outward or downward.
- bent forward as a sign of respect or greeting.
Examples
- The tree had a bowed trunk after the storm.
- The bridge had a slightly bowed structure.
Common collocations: bowed arch, bowed surface, bowed head, bowed posture, bowed gracefully
Bowed (verb)
- past tense of bending forward as a sign of respect.
Examples
- She bowed before the audience after her performance.
- He bowed to show his gratitude.