Meaning of bow in English

Noun

1. a bending forward of the head or body as a formal way of greeting them or showing respect, agreement etc.

I made a slight bow to the teacher. ー She bowed to the teacher.

Verb

1. bend your head or upper part of the body towards someone to show respect, agreement etc.

She bowed to the teacher. ー I made a slight bow to the teacher.

bow²

Noun

1. a knot of cloth or string with a two curved parts and two loose ends that is used for tying shoelaces and as a decoration

bow³

Noun

1. a thin curved piece of wood with a tight string, used as a weapon for shooting arrows

He fixed an arrow to the bow.

2. a long thin piece of wood with a tight string fastened along it for playing the violin or cello

I play the violin with a bow.