noun

1. The act or condition of prostrating oneself (lying flat), as a sign of humility.

2. A part of the ordination of Catholic and Orthodox priests.

   “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. Being laid face down (prone).

Synonyms: sujud