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Definition bow in British English

bow verb

verb
/baʊ/
1

to bend your body forwards from the waist, especially to show respect for someone

Example

Paul rose from his chair, bowed, and left the room.

Example

Do people still have to bow to the Queen?

Synonyms and related words
bob bob bow
2

to bend your head forwards so that you are looking down

Example

She knelt and bowed her head.

Example

My father was walking along slowly, shoulders bowed.

Synonyms and related words
balance bear yourself bend
Definition bow in British English

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