O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

curtsying

/kɜːrˈtɪziɪŋ/ verb · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for curtsying

Antonyms of curtsying

Rhymes with curtsying

Etymologically related