1
: a short necktie tied in a bowknot
2
: something (such as pasta) resembling a bow tie in shape
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The midi-length dress, available in petite sizing, is made from stretchy cotton-blend fabric and features a breathable, backless design with adjustable bow ties.
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Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
While the Chicago star rocked white, Conner, 32, went for a traditional black tuxedo adorned with what appears to be a rose boutonniere and a bow tie.
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Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Turner stood beside her in a black tuxedo with satin lapels, a pleated white shirt, black bow tie and dark red boutonniere.
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Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
The quick-witted Shalit, fond of bow ties, aimed to make his segments fun.
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Chris Koseluk,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
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Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
While the Chicago star rocked white, Conner, 32, went for a traditional black tuxedo adorned with what appears to be a rose boutonniere and a bow tie.
—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
Turner stood beside her in a black tuxedo with satin lapels, a pleated white shirt, black bow tie and dark red boutonniere.
—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
The quick-witted Shalit, fond of bow ties, aimed to make his segments fun.
—
Chris Koseluk,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for bow tie
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“Bow tie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bow%20tie. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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