bowyer
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of bowyer
1150–1200; Middle English bogiere, bouwyer, bouer; see bow 2, -yer
Example Sentences
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Corroborating this, Mr. Compton relates that while working in Barnes's shop in Forest Grove, Oregon, during the last illness of that noted bowyer, he came across a laminated bow made entirely of sap wood.
From Hunting with the Bow and Arrow by Pope, Saxton
A score of rough voices joined at once in the quarrel, some upholding the bowyer and others taking the part of the North Countryman.
From Sir Nigel by Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir
This Roger explained, hopping with excitement, for he was full of information gathered from Ralph the bowyer, his firm friend.
From Masters of the Guild by Lamprey, L.
"Serve thee well right, thou redeless fool!" growled the old bowyer.
From Sir Nigel by Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir
They soon left the more crowded streets, and turning to the right, after ten minutes walking, the smith stopped in front of a bowyer shop near Aldgate.
From St. George for England by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)
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