bow
Definitions
A weapon for shooting arrows, typically made of a curved piece of wood joined at both ends by a taut string.
A knot tied with two loops and loose ends, used for tying shoelaces or decorative ribbons.
To bend the head or upper part of the body forward as a sign of respect, greeting, or acknowledgment.
Examples
The archer pulled back the string of his bow to aim at the target.
The performers took a deep bow after the audience gave them a standing ovation.