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1. (n.) curtsy
a respectful bow made by women, consisting of bending the knees and lowering the body.
2. (v.i.) curtsy
to make a curtsy.
Etymology: (1520–30; var. of courtesy)
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1. (verb) curtsy, curtsey
bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
2. (verb) curtsy, curtsey
bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting
3. (verb) curtsy, bob
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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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) curtsy
same as Courtesy, an act of respect
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