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Bowery Definition & Meaning

bowery
adjective
  1. like a bower; leafy and shady; "a bowery lane"
noun
  1. a street in Manhattan noted for cheap hotels frequented by homeless derelicts

"Bowery" in song lyrics

See how bowery is used in real songs:

  • "The smartest men in the world, they in a bowery"
    X-Clan — Raise the Flag
  • "Spring is showery, flowery, bowery;"
    The Seasons
  • "dv dojo - bowery"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "bowery"

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Frequently asked questions

What does bowery mean?
like a bower; leafy and shady; "a bowery lane" a street in Manhattan noted for cheap hotels frequented by homeless derelicts
What part of speech is bowery?
Bowery is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does bowery have?
Bowery has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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