adj Uncommon

bowed

bohd

Bowed (adj) means Bent or curved, often under weight or pressure. Example: “The old shelf was bowed in the middle from years of heavy books.”

adj

Bent or curved, often under weight or pressure.

"The old shelf was bowed in the middle from years of heavy books."

Played using a bow, as with a violin or cello.

"The bowed strings gave the piece a mournful sound."

How to use bowed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCurved or bent, or (of a stringed instrument) played with a bow.

Common pairings

bowed legs a bowed instrument

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Rhymes for bowed

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bowed” mean?

The word “bowed” means bent or curved, often under weight or pressure. In plain terms, curved or bent, or (of a stringed instrument) played with a bow.

How do you pronounce “bowed”?

“Bowed” is pronounced bohd (/boʊd/ in IPA).

How do you use “bowed” in a sentence?

Here is “bowed” used in a sentence: “The old shelf was bowed in the middle from years of heavy books.”

What part of speech is “bowed”?

“Bowed” is an adjective.

Is “bowed” a common word?

“Bowed” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “bowed” have?

“Bowed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: bent or curved, often under weight or pressure.