bow tie

noun

1
: a short necktie tied in a bowknot
2
: something (such as pasta) resembling a bow tie in shape

Examples of bow tie in a Sentence

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Campbell got the brilliant idea to complement it with a bow tie, and this was how Legend’s penchant for avant-garde ties and bow ties was born. Kristopher Fraser, Robb Report, 20 June 2025 The tuxedos required some informality, with collars open, Wil’s bow tie askew. Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2025 George wore a classic black tuxedo with a bow tie, coordinating with Amal’s monochrome palette. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 2 June 2025 Mateo had a green dress shirt and black bow tie sticking out from under his gown. Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for bow tie

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bow tie was in 1890

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“Bow tie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bow%20tie. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

bow tie

noun
: a short necktie tied in a bow
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