Associations to the word «Kowtow»
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Wiktionary
KOWTOW, verb. (intransitive) To kneel and bow low enough to touch one’s forehead to the ground.
KOWTOW, verb. (intransitive) To bow very deeply.
KOWTOW, verb. (intransitive) (figuratively) To act in a very submissive manner.
KOWTOW, noun. The act of kowtowing.
Dictionary definition
KOWTOW, noun. A former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission.
KOWTOW, verb. Bend the knees and bow in a servile manner.
KOWTOW, verb. Try to gain favor by cringing or flattering; "He is always kowtowing to his boss".
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