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English noun: kotow

1. kotow (communication) a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission


Synonymskowtow


Broader (hypernym)bow, bowing, obeisance


English verb: kotow

1. kotow (communication) try to gain favor by cringing or flattering


SamplesHe is always kowtowing to his boss.


Synonymsbootlick, fawn, kowtow, suck up, toady, truckle


Pattern of useSomebody ----s PP


Broader (hypernym)blandish, flatter


Narrower (hyponym)court favor, court favour, curry favor, curry favour









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