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curtsy
noun
verb
bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 6
- Starts with
- C
- Ends with
- Y
- Contains
- URTS
- Scrabble score
- 11
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
Meaning
Definitions
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
In context
Example Sentences
She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand
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