Bowed

Quick meaning: Bowed is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of bow.

Meaning

simple past and past participle of bow.

More Meanings

1. Having a bow (rod for playing stringed instruments).
2. Having been played by a bow (rod for playing stringed instruments).
3. (in combination) Equipped with a bow (weapon).
4. Bent or curved.

Example Sentences

a bowed instrument

The mode of vibration of a bowed string is peculiar, since it is not a simple harmonic motion.

The motion of a bowed string has interested physicists for many years, and much has been written on the subject.

The value 16/49 is evidently of importance as it corresponds to the first principal mode of vibration of a bowed string.

Synonyms for bowed

Depending on context, synonyms include inclined, submissive, bent, bandy, unfit, arced.

Antonyms for bowed

Common opposites include plucked.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include arced, arciform, arcuate, curving, curved, arched.

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