Kowtow
verb'kaʊ'taʊ
Noun
a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
Similar:KotowType of:BowObeisanceBowing
Verb
try to gain favor by cringing or flattering
“He is always kowtowing to his boss”
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
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