bow tie

noun

ˈbō- 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

In a departure from the typical tux, George sported a navy suit, adding a bow tie and a crisp white button-down, along with some black leather derby shoes. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 Oct. 2026

This is the second British hotel by the brand behind the Orient Express, and although traces of those trains can be found in the doorman’s redcoats and the receptionist’s bow tie, this is not the sort of place that requires a gown for dinner. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

The song itself was written from a fairly low place — a heavier one for sure — a song that doesn’t really have a bow tie or a silver lining. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026

The matching trousers, made from fine wool, have a silk-satin side stripe, along with a bow tie and a cummerbund in the same material. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for bow tie

• ai
• aye
• bae
• bi
• buy
• by
• bye
• chai
• chi
• cry
• die
• dry

Kids Definition

bow tie

noun

: a short necktie tied in a bow