bow
English → English
(verb) To bend: to bend the body or head as a sign of respect or greeting.
The actors took a final bow as the audience rose for a standing ovation.
(English) The actors took a final bow as the audience rose for a standing ovation.
In many East Asian cultures, it is customary to bow when greeting a senior colleague.
(English) In many East Asian cultures, it is customary to bow when greeting a senior colleague.
(noun) A looped knot: a knot tied with two loops used for decoration or tying shoelaces.
The birthday present was wrapped in silver paper and finished with a large pink bow.
(English) The birthday present was wrapped in silver paper and finished with a large pink bow.
He adjusted his black bow tie in the mirror before heading to the gala dinner.
(English) He adjusted his black bow tie in the mirror before heading to the gala dinner.
Entry ID: en:en:bow · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary