bola

/ˈboʊlə/
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Other forms: bolas

Definitions of bola
  1. noun
    a rope with weights attached to the ends; is thrown to entangle the legs of an animal; of South American origin
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    type of:
    rope
    a strong line
  2. noun
    a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie
    synonyms: bola tie, bolo, bolo tie
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    type of:
    necktie, tie
    neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
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