prow

Meanings

• noun

  The foremost part of a ship or boat, often decorated and used as a symbol of status and power.

  - "The prow of the Viking ship was adorned with dragon heads."
  - "The explorers set sail from the prow of their ship."

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Synonyms

beak , bow , forestem , prore , stem

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Variants

List of all variants of prow that leads to same result
prow , prower , prowest , prau , prows

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Etymology

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Old English prōw, probably related to the Proto-Germanic root prōwaz, meaning 'beak, prow of a ship'.

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Trivia

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1. The prow of a ship is also known as the 'foremast head'.

2. The prow is the part of a ship that often hits the dock first when it arrives at port.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bow (archery): Though pronounced similarly, the term 'bow' in archery has a different meaning and origin.

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Culture

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The prow of a ship has been a symbol of power and status throughout history, often decorated with intricate carvings or figures. In literature, the prow is used as a metaphor for moving forward and overcoming challenges.

How to Memorize "prow"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape of a ship's prow, often curved and ornate.
   - Imagine the prow of a ship cutting through the water.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the prow with moving forward and overcoming challenges.
   - Connect the prow with the symbol of power and status.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Prow is the part where the power flows.'
   - Remember the acronym P-R-O-W for Part, Representing, Overcoming, and Winning.

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