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curtsying

/kɜːrˈtɪziɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does curtsying mean?

verb

the act of curtsying, or the state of being curtsied; a gesture of respect or courtesy, typically involving a bow or inclination of the head.

Example

"She curtsied low to the king, her long skirt sweeping the floor."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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