The term SOUTHWESTERN TIE is a type of neckwear that originated in the American Southwest. The crossword solution for this term is BOLO, which is short for bola tie, another name for the Southwestern tie. A bola tie is a type of necktie consisting of a piece of cord or braided leather with decorative metal tips, usually silver or gold, and a clasp at the back. It is typically worn with Western-style clothing.