CurtsyWordNet Explorer

bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women

an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

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

make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect

express greetings upon meeting someone

bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head

bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting

bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting