Definition of sow
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: an adult female swine
also
: the adult female of various other animals (such as a bear)
2a
: a channel that conducts molten metal to molds
b
: a mass of metal solidified in such a mold : ingot
sow
verbDefinition of sow (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to plant seed for growth especially by scattering
2
: to set something in motion : begin an enterprise
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The first known use of sow was before the 12th century
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