ObeisanceWordNet Explorer

the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person

the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another

the act of obeying meanly (especially obeying in a humble manner or for unworthy reasons)

bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting

an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

the act of bending the knees in worship or reverence

a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission