bowed (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /boʊd/
Definition
Lowered the head or the body, especially in respect or greeting.
Examples
The actors bowed to the cheering crowd.
She bowed her head in shame.
He bowed politely to the queen.
How to Use bowed
- bow to (prepositional phrase)
- To lower the head or body to show respect or greeting to someone or something. — "The audience bowed to the performers."
- bow down (phrasal verb)
- To bend the body or head low, often in respect, submission, or worship. — "They bowed down before the king."
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