noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of kowtow. alt-of, alternative
2. 2
   a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission wordnet

Verb

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of kowtow. alt-of, alternative
2. 2
   try to gain favor by cringing or flattering wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

bootlickfawnfawnkowtowkowtowkowtow

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