bow
Relating to a curved or arched shape, often used in architectural or technical contexts to describe structures that bend outward. It can also refer to components located at the forward part of a vessel or structure.
예시
3 / 5The cottage was famous for its beautiful bow window that offered a panoramic view of the garden.
The cottage was well-known for its curved window that provided a wide view of the garden.
The architectural plans specify a bow front for the new museum to symbolize a ship's hull.
The building designs require a curved front for the museum to represent the body of a ship.
He looked a bit bow-legged walking in those heavy cowboy boots.
His legs appeared to curve outward while he was wearing those heavy boots.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of a 'bow and arrow'—the wood must be 'bow' (curved) to create the tension needed to shoot.
빠른 퀴즈
The historic library features a large ___ window that lets in light from three different angles.
정답!
정답은: bow
예시
The cottage was famous for its beautiful bow window that offered a panoramic view of the garden.
everydayThe cottage was well-known for its curved window that provided a wide view of the garden.
The architectural plans specify a bow front for the new museum to symbolize a ship's hull.
formalThe building designs require a curved front for the museum to represent the body of a ship.
He looked a bit bow-legged walking in those heavy cowboy boots.
informalHis legs appeared to curve outward while he was wearing those heavy boots.
In structural engineering, a bow deformation occurs when a vertical member bends under an axial load.
academicIn engineering, a curved distortion happens when a straight part bends under pressure.
The furniture manufacturer specializes in bow-fronted cabinets for high-end office spaces.
businessThe furniture maker focuses on cabinets with curved fronts for expensive offices.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
bow-shaped
Formed in the shape of a curve or arch.
bow-fronted
Having a front side that curves outward.
bow-back chair
A chair with a curved wooden back piece.
자주 혼동되는 단어
A bough is a large branch of a tree, whereas bow refers to a curve or the front of a ship.
Bowed is the standard adjective form; bow is often used as an attributive noun or in specific compound terms.
사용 참고사항
As an adjective, 'bow' is most frequently found in compound words like 'bow-legged' or technical terms like 'bow window'. It is rarely used as a standalone adjective in modern conversation.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often struggle with the pronunciation; when referring to the shape (like a bow and arrow), it is /boʊ/, but when referring to the front of a ship, it is /baʊ/.
암기 팁
Think of a 'bow and arrow'—the wood must be 'bow' (curved) to create the tension needed to shoot.
어원
Derived from the Old English 'boga', meaning something curved or bent, from the Proto-Germanic 'bugon'.
문법 패턴
빠른 퀴즈
The historic library features a large ___ window that lets in light from three different angles.
정답!
정답은: bow
관련 문법 규칙
관련 단어
proceed
C1The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.
individual
C1Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.
appropriately
B2To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.
region
B2A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.
resource
B2A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.
to
A1Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.
and
A1A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.
a
A1A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.
that
A1This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.
I
A1The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.
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