bowed
adjective (1)
\ ˈbau̇d
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Definition of bowed
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: bent downward and forward
listened with bowed heads
2
: having the back and head inclined
bowed
adjective (2)
\ ˈbōd
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Definition of bowed (Entry 2 of 2)
: furnished with or shaped like a bow
Synonyms & Antonyms for bowed
Synonyms: Adjective (1)
- bowing,
- declined,
- declining,
- descendant
- (also descendent),
- descending,
- drooping,
- droopy,
- hanging,
- hung,
- inclining,
- nodding,
- pendulous,
- sagging,
- stooping,
- weeping
Antonyms: Adjective (1)
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“Bowed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bowed. Accessed 27 Feb. 2021.
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The first known use of bowed was in the 14th century
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