Kowtow Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Kowtow

Meaning 1 : bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

    Synonyms : genuflect,  scrape
Meaning 2 : a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

    Synonyms : kotow
Meaning 3 : try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

    Example : He is always kowtowing to his boss

    Synonyms : bootlick,  fawn,  kotow,  suck up,  toady,  truckle


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