The term 'BOW' can refer to a variety of things, including a type of weapon, a KNOT, or a gesture of respect. The crossword solutions for this term include CAVE (4 letters), BEND (4 letters), BOB (3 letters), CROUCH (6 letters), ACCEDE (6 letters), ARC (3 letters), CRA (3 letters), TIE (3 letters), NOD (3 letters), ARCH (4 letters), FORE (4 letters), KNOT (4 letters), LOOP (4 letters), PROW (4 letters), DEFER (5 letters), STOOP (5 letters), SALAAM (6 letters), CURTSY (6 letters), ACQUIESCE (9 letters), and GIFTENHANCEMENT (15 letters). These words all relate to the concept of bowing in some way, either through a physical gesture or an action that implies respect. For example, CAVE and BEND are both physical gestures that involve bending the body, while ACCEDE and ACQUIESCE refer to agreeing to something or yielding to another's wishes. Similarly, SALAAM and CURTSY are both traditional gestures of respect. Finally, GIFTENHANCEMENT is a term used to describe the act of giving a gift to show respect.