bolo tie

American  

Or bola tie

noun

1. a necktie of thin cord fastened in front with an ornamental clasp or other device.

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Etymology

Origin of bolo tie

1960–65; bolo, apparently an error for bola, after the tie's resemblance to a bola

Example Sentences

“I feel his ultimate impact will be as the ultimate teacher,” said Wilkes, who wore a turquoise bolo tie gifted to him by Wooden.

From Seattle Times

He was wearing black jeans, a nice pressed shirt with a bejeweled bolo tie, and a cowboy hat.

From Literature

Who don’t know how to wear a bolo tie properly or know that it’s bad luck to put a cowboy hat on a bed.

From New York Times

Ms. Peltola appeared to be wearing a beaded bolo tie that belonged to Mr. Young, after his daughter gave it to her during the recent Alaska Federation of Natives convention in Anchorage.

From New York Times

Those attending the largest annual gathering of Natives in Alaska showered her with standing ovations, spontaneous songs and gifts, including a bolo tie worn by her Republican predecessor, the late Don Young.

From Seattle Times