bowknot

American  

[boh-not] / ˈboʊˌnɒt /

noun

1. bow.

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bowknot British  

/ ˈbəʊˌnɒt /

noun

1. a decorative knot usually having two loops and two loose ends; bow

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Etymology

Origin of bowknot

First recorded in 1540–50; bow ² + knot ¹

Example Sentences

The men call it a "bowknot" of river; so we name it Bowknot Bend.

From Canyons of the Colorado by Powell, John Wesley

At a signal to start each pupil with the string runs forward and ties it in a bowknot on some article placed in front of each aisle.

From School, Church, and Home Games by Draper, George Orrin

She was dressed from top to toe, and her bonnet strings were tied in a natty bowknot.

From Jerusalem by Howard, Velma Swanston

Nevertheless, she was somewhat consoled by the ravishing effect of the bowknot she had just tied, and turned away not wholly dissatisfied.

From From Sand Hill to Pine by Harte, Bret

Helen's hands rose slowly to her breast, where a pretty watch dangled from a bowknot of crushed diamonds.

From Lion and the Unicorn by Davis, Richard Harding