bow hand

American  

[boh] / boʊ /

noun

1. Archery. the hand that holds the bow, the left hand for right-handed people.

2. Music. the hand that draws the bow.

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Etymology

Origin of bow hand

First recorded in 1580–90

Example Sentences

The influence of the physical conformation of bow hand and string hand on actual playing?

From Violin Mastery Talks with Master Violinists and Teachers by Martens, Frederick Herman

The bow hand may be lowered or raised to obtain the proper elevation and length of flight.

From Hunting with the Bow and Arrow by Pope, Saxton

Abe's desire to make a river trip was at last satisfied, and he accompanied the proprietor's son, serving as "bow hand."

From Abraham Lincoln, Volume 1 (of 2) The True Story Of A Great Life by Herndon, William H.

You are on the bow hand still, smith.

From The Fair Maid of Perth Or, St. Valentine's Day by Scott, Walter, Sir

After he had made his bow, hand in hand with Elodie, he retired in careless silence and was nearly knocked down by the reappearing lady on the broad white horse.

From The Mountebank by Locke, William John