How to pronounce “kowtow”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (historical) To kneel and bow low enough to touch one’s forehead to the ground.
• (figuratively) To grovel, act in a very submissive manner; to show obeisance to (someone or something) in such a manner; to bow.
• To bow very deeply.
• [Noun]
• The act of kowtowing.

Practice Nearby Words

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