bolo tie

bo·lo tie

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [boh-loh tahy]
- /ˈboʊ loʊ taɪ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [boh-loh tahy]
- /ˈboʊ loʊ taɪ/

Definitions of bolo tie words

noun bolo tie a cord, worn as a necktie, with an ornamented fastening for adjusting the neck loop 3
noun bolo tie a necktie of thin cord fastened in front with an ornamental clasp or other device. 1
noun bolo tie a necktie consisting of a heavy cord held in front by an ornamental clasp or slide. 0

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Origin of bolo tie

First appearance:

before 1960

One of the 3% newest English words

1960-65; bolo, apparently an error for bola, after the tie's resemblance to a bola

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Parts of speech for Bolo tie

noun

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adverb

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preposition

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determiner

exclamation

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bolo tie popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for bolo tie

noun bolo tie

bolo — a large single-edged knife, originating in the Philippines
string tie — a short, very narrow, and unflared necktie, usually tied in a bow.

All 2 Synonyms of bolo tie