Noun Definition

bow

1.Definition: a decorative interlacing of ribbons

Category: Objects

2.Definition: a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces

Related Noun(s):bowknot

Category: Objects

3.Definition: a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments

Category: Objects

4.Definition: a stroke with a curved piece of wood with taut horsehair strands that is used in playing stringed instruments

Category: General

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

Category: Objects

6.Definition: an appearance by actors or performers at the end of the concert or play in order to acknowledge the applause of the audience

Category: General

7.Definition: bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting

Related Noun(s):obeisance

Category: General

8.Definition: front part of a vessel or aircraft

"He pointed the bow of the boat toward the finish line"

Related Noun(s):fore, prow, stem

Category: Objects

9.Definition: something curved in shape

Related Noun(s):arc

Category: General