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kneeling

/niːlɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does kneeling mean?

verb

The act of being on one's knees, typically in a position of respect, prayer, or submission. To be in a position with one's knees bent and one's body lowered.

Example

"She knelt beside the bed, holding her mother's hand."

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