Bowing
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Inclining the head or body forwards as a gesture of respect, reverence, or greeting.
“He greeted every guest by bowing slightly at the entrance to the reception hall.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈbaʊɪŋ/
Syllables
bow·ing
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BOW + ING, the OWI cluster is distinctive and the G ending is a useful Wordle position to test
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Scores 12 points, the W adds value and ING endings are productive for building longer words
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