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bowknot
[ boh-not ]
bowknot
/ ˈbəʊˌnɒt /
noun
- a decorative knot usually having two loops and two loose ends; bow
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Example Sentences
We are afraid that someday you may run away and leave us, so we wish to tie you to us with a bowknot of affection.
Resting on its satin bed gleamed a string of graduated pearls from which hung a pearl pendant in the form of a bowknot.
Bowknot—is tied like the square knot, but with ends doubled back in tying the latter half—used on neckties and ribbons.
Helen's hands rose slowly to her breast, where a pretty watch dangled from a bowknot of crushed diamonds.
In his free left hand he holds a slim ivory cane with a violet bowknot.
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