bow

noun C1

Meaning

A bow is a curved weapon designed for shooting arrows, typically consisting of a flexible material that is drawn taut between two ends, and is often associated with archery as both a sport and a historical means of warfare. Additionally, the term can refe

💡 While "bow" can refer to both the weapon and the gesture, it is essential to distinguish context, as the pronunciation differs; the weapon is pronounced /boʊ/, while the gesture is pronounced /baʊ/.

Example Sentences

She tied a neat bow around the gift box .

The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient bow found at the site .

The executive gave a bow to the audience after the presentation .

The violinist adjusted the bow carefully before the concert began .

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