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noun
The archery bow borne by Cupid in artistic representations, which curves inward at the centre and often outward at the ends.
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noun
The curve of the upper lip which resembles such a bow; the philtrum.
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noun
A similar curve carved in woodwork, etc.
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noun
a curved bow with reversed curve ends
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Broader terms: bow
noun
the double curve of the upper lip when considered to resemble Cupid's bow
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Broader terms: curve, curved shape
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