Definitions

1. proper noun

The surname of the English musician David Robert Jones, who performed and recorded music under the pseudonym David Bowie.

“He’s a huge fan of David Bowie and loves his music.”

2. noun

A type of knife or short sword, typically with a curved or tapered blade.

“The adventurer carried a bowie knife with him on his travels.”

3. noun

A type of cut in a fabric, especially in a woven material, resembling a bowie knife.

“The seamstress worked on a project that required multiple bowie cuts.”

4. verb

To move quickly and suddenly, especially in a curved motion, like a bowie knife.

“The football player bowied past the defenders to score a goal.”