Dictionary Check: bow

"bow" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

noun

a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces

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front part of a vessel or aircraft

Example: "he pointed the bow of the boat toward the finish line"
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a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments

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bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting

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a weapon for shooting arrows, composed of a curved piece of resilient wood with a taut cord to propel the arrow

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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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