Meaning & Definition of Bowed in English
English⟶
Bowed
/baʊd/
adjective
1. Of a stringed instrument
- Sounded by stroking with a bow
synonym:
- bowed
2. Forming or resembling an arch
- "An arched ceiling"
synonym:
- arced,
- arched,
- arching,
- arciform,
- arcuate,
- bowed
3. Have legs that curve outward at the knees
synonym:
- bandy,
- bandy-legged,
- bowed,
- bowleg,
- bowlegged
4. Showing an excessively deferential manner
synonym:
- bowed,
- bowing
Examples of using
Tom bowed respectfully to the old lady.
I bowed politely.
She bowed to me politely.