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Meaning of kowtow

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

kowtow

Pronunciation:/ˈkaʊˌtaʊ//ˈkaʊˌtaʊ/

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of kowtowing.

verb

Definitions

  1. To grovel, act in a very submissive manner.

  2. To kneel and bow low enough to touch one’s forehead to the ground.

  3. To bow very deeply.