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to prostrate
01
to completely overwhelm or weaken someone physically, mentally or emotionally, making them unable to function normally
Examples
His injuries had prostrated him to the point of delirium.
Guilt prostrated his will to continue with the unethical plans.
02
to flatten oneself out lying face down, conveying total submission or humbling before another
Examples
Throughout the prayer ritual, the congregation prostrated themselves towards Mecca.
After the match, the losing wrestler prostrated himself at the victor's feet in acknowledgment.
03
throw down flat, as on the ground
