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English to English noun
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a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission |  | source: wordnet30
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The same as Kotow. | | source: webster1913 verb
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bend the knees and bow in a servile manner | | source: wordnet30
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try to gain favor by cringing or flattering | | Example: He is always kowtowing to his boss
source: wordnet30
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