CEFR B1

bow

verb

Meaning

To bend the head or upper body forward as a sign of respect, greeting, or shame.

Examples

The performers bowed to the cheering crowd.
He bowed politely to the queen.

Synonyms: curtsy, nod, bend, stoop

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bow (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /boʊ/

Definition

To bend the head or upper body forward as a sign of respect, greeting, or shame.

Examples

The performers bowed to the cheering crowd.
He bowed politely to the queen.
She bowed her head in prayer.

How to Use bow

bow to (prepositional phrase): To bend the body to show respect or submission to someone or something. — "The crowd bowed to the queen."
bow out (phrasal verb): To withdraw from a competition or activity. — "He decided to bow out of the race due to injury."

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