B is for Bow

Bis forBow (knot)

A bow is a special kind of pretty knot that leaves two big loops, and is usually made of ribbon in hair ties or on a dress. You often see bows at Christmas time as decorations or on presents.

Accessories

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A bow is a weapon that is used to fire arrows at a target. Someone who uses a bow and arrows is called an archer. A bow can be used for hunting animals, target practise for sport, or as a weapon in war.

Weapons

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Bis forBow (motion)

Bowing is a way of greeting or acknowledging someone, or a mark of respect. You bow by lowering the top half of your body. In some countries, you can bow just by lowering your head.

Motion, Verbs

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Bis forBow (ship)

The bow of a ship is the front end. It is easy to remember the bow as the pointy end of the ship, and the stern is the back or blunt end.

Nautical

B is for Bow

Bis forBow (knot)

Bis forBow (weapon)

Bis forBow (motion)

Bis forBow (ship)

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