Obeisance
01
a bodily gesture such as bowing, kneeling, or lowering the head, used to express reverence, submission, shame, or greeting
例子
The ambassador offered a formal obeisance to the emperor upon entering the court.
大使在进入宫廷时向皇帝表示了正式的顺从。
02
敬意, 顺从
behavior that expresses respect, submission, or duty toward someone in authority or of higher status
例子
Her constant obeisance to her mentor bordered on self-effacement.
她对导师的持续顺从近乎于自我抹杀。
