curtsy | ||
1. | [ verb ] make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect | |
Synonyms: | bob | |
Examples: | "She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand" |
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Related terms: | greet bow | |
2. | [ verb ] a gesture of respectful greeting, for women | |
Synonyms: | curtsey | |
Related terms: | bow | |
3. | [ noun ] bending at the knees; a gesture of respect made by women | |
Synonyms: | curtsey | |
Related terms: | bow | |
Similar spelling: |
Curts curtsey curtis curtiss curtisia Courts |