Associations to the word «Curtsy»
Noun
Adjective
Wiktionary
CURTSY, noun. Alternative spelling of curtsey
Dictionary definition
CURTSY, noun. Bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women.
CURTSY, verb. Bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting.
CURTSY, verb. Make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect; "She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand".
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