prow

noun
UK: /praʊ/
US: /praʊ/

  1. The front part of a ship or boat.

    1. The ship's prow cut through the waves easily.
    2. Standing at the prow, he felt the sea spray on his face as the ship sailed swiftly.

  2. The front or foremost part of something, like a vehicle or building.

    1. The car's prow was damaged in the accident.
    2. The building's prow faced the street, presenting a modern architectural design.

Synonyms

bow stem forefront nose
prow verb

  1. To move forward in the manner of a ship's prow; to project or jut out.

    1. The ship prowed through the dark water.
    2. The building's design featured a section that prowed out over the street, creating a dramatic effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "prow" in English means: The front part of a ship or boat., The front or foremost part of something, like a vehicle or building..

The phonetic transcription of "prow" is /praʊ/ in British English and /praʊ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "prow": bow, stem, forefront, nose.

Example usage of "prow": "The ship's prow cut through the waves easily.". More examples on the page.