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bow tie

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noun \ˈbō-\

Definition of bow tie

  1. 1 :  a short necktie tied in a bowknot

  2. 2 :  something (such as pasta) resembling a bow tie in shape

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First Known Use of bow tie

1890

BOW TIE Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of bow tie for English Language Learners

  • : a narrow length of cloth that is worn by men around the neck and tied into a bow at the throat

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