Obeisance
01
a bodily gesture such as bowing, kneeling, or lowering the head, used to express reverence, submission, shame, or greeting
例子
She made a low obeisance before the temple deity, her forehead touching the ground.
她在寺庙神像前深深鞠躬，额头触地。
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
The knight pledged obeisance to his sovereign, vowing loyalty and service.
骑士向他的君主宣誓服从，承诺忠诚与服务。
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。
