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tightly
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adverb
in a tight or constricted manner
a tightly packed pub
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adverb
securely fixed or fastened
the window was tightly sealed
drawn
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adjective
(= careworn, haggard, raddled, worn)
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
looking careworn as she bent over her mending
her face was drawn and haggard from sleeplessness
that raddled but still noble face
shocked to see the worn look of his handsome young face
— Charles Dickens
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adjective
having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut
the drawn draperies kept direct sunlight from fading the rug
bow
Noun 1
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A bow is a weapon whose ends are connected by a string, used for shooting arrows.
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A bow is a curved bend. Such as in a river or road.
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A bow is a long stick-like object with horsehair, used for playing stringed musical instruments.
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A bow is a type of knot with two loops, such as used to tie shoes or strings on a dress, or to make something pretty, such as in gifts.
bow
Verb 1
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To play music on (a stringed instrument) using a bow.
The musician bowed his violin expertly.
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To become bent or curved.
The shelf bowed under the weight of the books.
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To make something bend or curve.
bow
Noun 2
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To bend the waist or head forward toward someone, usually showing respect.
He bowed politely as he entered the room.
bow
Verb 2
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To bend oneself as a sign of respect.
bow
Noun 3
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The front of a boat or ship.