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Obeisance
01
a bodily gesture such as bowing, kneeling, or lowering the head, used to express reverence, submission, shame, or greeting
Examples
She made a low obeisance before the temple deity, her forehead touching the ground.
The ambassador offered a formal obeisance to the emperor upon entering the court.
02
behavior that expresses respect, submission, or duty toward someone in authority or of higher status
Examples
The knight pledged obeisance to his sovereign, vowing loyalty and service.
Her constant obeisance to her mentor bordered on self-effacement.
