Definition of Bowl over

1. Verb. Cause to overturn from an upright or normal position. "These cars won't bowl over "; "He tumped over his beer"

Exact synonyms: Knock Over, Overturn, Tip Over, Tump Over, Turn Over, Upset
Generic synonyms: Displace, Move
Causes: Overturn, Tip Over, Tump Over, Turn Over
Related verbs: Overturn, Tip Over, Tump Over, Turn Over
Derivative terms: Overturn, Turnover, Upset

2. Verb. Overcome with amazement. "The performance is likely to bowl over Sue"; "This boggles the mind!"
Exact synonyms: Boggle, Flabbergast
Generic synonyms: Surprise

Definition of Bowl over

1. Verb. (idiomatic) To overwhelm; to cause to fall to the ground. ¹

2. Verb. (idiomatic) To overwhelm with astonishment or wonder; to flabbergast ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Bowl Over

bowkin
bowknot
bowknots
bowks
bowl
bowl-off
bowl-out
bowl-outs
bowl-shaped
bowl a googly
bowl barrow
bowl cut
bowl cuts
bowl of cherries
bowl out
bowl over (current term)
bowl pack
bowlder
bowlderisation
bowlderised
bowlders
bowldery
bowled
bowled out
bowleg
bowlegged
bowlegs
bowler
bowler-hatted
bowler hat

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