bow tie

noun

1
: a short necktie tied in a bowknot
2
: something (such as pasta) resembling a bow tie in shape

Examples of bow tie in a Sentence

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Throughout the hour-long spectacle, Slate — clad in tuxedo shorts and a bow tie — once again proves that no one does quirky like her. Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024 In the flick, Sharon wears a black, flowing, tuxedo-like ensemble with a loose-hanging bow tie, while Kelly sports a figure-hugging black gown. Chris Barilla, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024 Brooklyn, the eldest son of Victoria and David Beckham, selected a traditional tuxedo, while his wife, actress Nicola Peltz, put a sultry spin on the formal suit, wearing a white button up vest — complete with a bow tie — and low-rise cigarette trousers. Hannah Malach, WWD, 29 Sep. 2024 Meanwhile, Ora was joined on the red carpet by her husband Taika Waititi, who looked dapper in a black velvet suit jacket, black bow tie and white trousers. Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bow tie 

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bow tie was in 1890

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“Bow tie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bow%20tie. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

bow tie

noun
: a short necktie tied in a bow
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