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curtsy
noun
verb
Bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
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noun
Bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
verb
Make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect
“She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand”
verb
Bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting
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She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand
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