BOWED

I. ˈbau̇d adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from past participle of bowen to bow — more at bow I

: bent down : with the head inclined

• bowed·ness noun -es

II. ˈbōd adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from bowe bow + -ed — more at bow III

: furnished with a bow : shaped like a bow

• bowed·ness noun -es