(metalworking) A method of coating iron or steel with magnetic iron oxide in order to minimize atmospheric corrosion. The articles to be treated are put into a closed retort and a current of superheated steam passed through for a period, followed by a current of producer gas (carbon monoxide), to reduce any higher oxides that may have been formed.

Alternative spelling of bower bird

Structure with roof for shade but with no walls used for public gatherings. A pavilion.

Sheltered by trees; leafy; shady.

(archaic) In the early settlements of New York State, USA, a farm or estate.

A surname from Middle English.

A street and a district of New York City, whose residents were traditionally of a low socioeconomic class.

(US, dated) Characteristic of this street; swaggering; flashy.

plural of bowery

plural of bowerbird