Definitions

1. noun

a unit of measurement equal to one-hundredth of a cent, or one centime; a unit of currency in some countries, especially in Europe.

“The value of the dow was fluctuating rapidly in the international market.”

2. verb

to move or cause to move downward, especially with a sudden or violent motion.

“The water dowed the slope, forming a beautiful waterfall.”

3. verb

to shoot or propel downward, especially with a sudden or violent motion.

“The bird dowed from the tree and landed safely on the ground.”

4. verb

to reduce or lower the price of something.

“The store dowed the prices of electronics during the holiday sale.”

5. proper noun

a stock market index of 30 large, publicly owned companies in the United States, often used as a measure of the overall health of the US stock market.

“The dow index was up significantly after the positive economic news.”