The front or facing side of a building that curves outward in a bow shape, creating a rounded or bulging appearance.
Compound word from 'bow' (curved shape) plus 'front' (the forward-facing side). Became common in architectural terminology in the 18th century to describe a specific building style.
Bowfront buildings are instantly recognizable in cities like Boston, Edinburgh, and Dublin—the curved front looks more elegant than flat walls and actually distributes weight differently, which architects loved.
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