Definition of Bow out

1. Verb. Remove oneself from an obligation. "He bowed out when he heard how much work was involved"

Exact synonyms: Back Down, Back Off, Chicken Out, Pull Out
Generic synonyms: Retire, Withdraw
Related verbs: Get Out, Pull Out
Specialized synonyms: Resile

2. Verb. Retire gracefully. "He bowed out when he realized he could no longer handle the demands of the chairmanship"
Exact synonyms: Withdraw
Generic synonyms: Retire
Related verbs: Retire, Withdraw
Derivative terms: Withdrawal

Lexicographical Neighbors of Bow Out

bowstring hemp
bowstrung
bowwow
bowwow
bowwowed
bowwowing
bowwows
bowyang
bowyangs
bowyer
bowyers
bow and arrow
bow down
bow leg
bow legs
bow out (current term)
bow tie
bow window
bow wood
box
box
box-like heart
box-number
boxball
boxballs
boxberries
boxberry
boxberry
boxboard
boxboards

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