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1. (v.i.) kowtow
to act in an obsequious manner; show servile deference.
2. kowtow
to touch the forehead to the ground while kneeling, as an act of worship, respect, etc., esp. in former Chinese custom.
3. (n.) kowtow
the act of kowtowing.
Etymology: (1795–1805; < Chin kòutóu lit., knock (one's) head)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (verb) kowtow, kotow
a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
2. (verb) scrape, kowtow, genuflect
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
3. (verb) fawn, toady, truckle, bootlick, kowtow, kotow, suck up
try to gain favor by cringing or flattering
"He is always kowtowing to his boss"
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. kowtow
the same as Kotow
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