土下座 — meaning in English

English meaning

• kowtow verb To kneel and bow so low that the forehead touches the ground, as a sign of deep respect or submission.

Senses

土下座 is used for these senses in English:

• kowtow The act of kowtowing.
• kowtow (historical) To kneel and bow low enough to touch one’s forehead to the ground.

kowtow — full definition

1. verb To kneel and bow so low that the forehead touches the ground, as a sign of deep respect or submission.
2. verb To act in an excessively submissive or obedient way toward someone.
3. noun The act of kowtowing.

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