What does BOWIE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A knife with a slender blade, used for cutting leather, etc. (US Pronunciation: /ˈboʊ.i/; UK Pronunciation: /ˈbəʊ.i/)
2. A type of hat with a medium brim and a creased crown, typically made of felt or straw. (US Pronunciation: /ˈboʊ.i/; UK Pronunciation: /ˈbəʊ.i/)
3. A surname of Scottish origin, meaning "blond".

Origin and Usage:

The word "bowie" originated from the surname of James Bowie, an American pioneer and frontiersman. The knife is named after him as he used it in a famous duel. The hat was named after him as well, as he was known to wear this type of hat. The surname Bowie has Scottish origins and means "blond".

Synonyms:

For the knife: Dagger, blade, dirk

For the hat: Fedora, trilby, porkpie

Related Words:

Blade, bravo, caper, chive, cruet, daisy, fable, flake, gator, hiker, jolly, knave, lolly, maple, onion, pacer, quell, rummy, sable, taker, ultra, vogue, whack, xerox, yodel, zebra

Example Sentences:

1. He used his bowie knife to cut the leather.
2. She wore a stylish bowie hat to the party.
3. David Bowie was a famous musician known for his unique style and voice.