bowing meaning and definition

BOWING noun

Definition of bowing (noun)

1. bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting
   • synonyms: bow, obeisance
2. managing the bow in playing a stringed instrument
   • "the violinist's bowing was excellent"

BOWING adjective

Definition of bowing (adjective)

1. showing an excessively deferential manner
   • synonyms: bowed