0 a special type of tie (= a strip of cloth put around a collar) in the shape of a bow, worn especially by men on formal occasions
1 a special type of tie (= strip of cloth put around a collar) that is tied in the way that you tie a shoe
He wears a blue vest, a navy blue top hat, and a bow tie.
A crossed quadrilateral is sometimes likened to a bow tie or butterfly.
He's something of a coward and wears a red bow tie.
He also became known for always wearing a bow tie.
The college girls wear a deep green skirt and a bow tie of the same colour.
For informal- or formalwear, a coat and tie (or bow tie) are compulsory.
He is usually seen wearing a bow tie and collar, though he sometimes switches to a diagonally striped necktie when running for public office.
Evening wear was worn with a white bow tie and a shirt with a winged collar.