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kowtow

The correct spelling is kowtow.

How to pronounce kowtow

/ˈkaʊˌtaʊ/
noun

IPA: /ˈkaʊˌtaʊ/

Say it like: Kow-tow

The correct spelling is kowtow. The act of kowtowing.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The act of kowtowing.

verb

  1. 1.To grovel, act in a very submissive manner.
  2. 2.To kneel and bow low enough to touch one’s forehead to the ground.
  3. 3.To bow very deeply.

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