Definition

Describing something that has a front that curves outward, often seen in furniture or buildings with a bow window.

Example

The bowfront cabinet added a unique touch to the living room.

Conversation

Have you seen that new café with the bowfront design?

Yeah, I passed by it yesterday! It looks really unique.

I love how the bowfront windows make it feel so open and inviting.

Definitely! I want to check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bowfront is formed from "bow" (from Old English "būgan", meaning to bend) and "front" (from Old French "front", meaning the forehead or front part). The word describes a piece of furniture that has a front that is curved or bent outward.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bow' meaning to 'bend' and 'front' referring to the 'forehead' or 'front part' — this helps you remember that a bowfront piece of furniture has a front that bends outward.

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