noun
prostration
Prostration (noun) means the act of lying face down on the ground to show humility.
noun
1
The act of lying face down on the ground to show humility.
2
A stage in becoming a Catholic or Orthodox priest, where the candidate lies face down to show obedience to God.
"The ordination ceremony includes a variety of rituals, rich in meaning and history, e.g., the prostration, laying on of hands, anointing of hands, giving of the chalice and paten, and sign of peace. — Diocese of Rochester, NY"
3
The state of lying flat with your face towards the ground.
4
A state of total exhaustion, for example brought on by extreme heat.
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Etymology
It comes from Latin prōstrātiō, from prōstrātus, the past participle of prōsternō.
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Rhymes for prostration
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ablation
allusion
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of prostration?
"prostration" (noun) means the act of lying face down on the ground to show humility.
What is another word for prostration?
Other words for "prostration" include collapse.
What are the different meanings of prostration?
"prostration" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act of lying face down on the ground to show humility; 2. A stage in becoming a Catholic or Orthodox priest, where the candidate lies face down to show obedience to God; 3. The state of lying flat with your face towards the ground.
