Downbow
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdaʊnbəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Downbow is a noun meaning (geology) To curve or arc downwards.
Meaning
(geology) To curve or arc downwards.
More Meanings
- (music) A note performed on a string instrument by drawing the bow downward or to the right across the instrument, moving its point of contact from the frog toward the tip of the bow.
Example Sentences
Slumps and sediment gravity flow could signify steepening of the slope resulting from tectonic downbowing of the continental margin.
Word Forms
- downbows
- downbowing
- downbowed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include downpick, dubdown, d-hole, diminuendo, downgoing, daikyu.
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