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kowtow
('k/AU/'t/AU/ )

noun (n)

  • a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission(noun.communication)
    Synonym:
    kotow
    source: wordnet30
  • The same as Kotow.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • bend the knees and bow in a servile manner(verb.motion)
    Synonym:
    genuflect, scrape
    source: wordnet30
  • try to gain favor by cringing or flattering(verb.communication)
    Example:
    He is always kowtowing to his boss.
    Synonym:
    bootlick, fawn, kotow, suck up, toady, truckle
    source: wordnet30
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