Definitions for: Curtsy


[n] bending at the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
[v] make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect; "She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand"
[v] a gesture of respectful greeting, for women



Webster (1913) Definition: Curt"sy (k?rt"s?), n.
Same as Courtesy, an act of respect.

Synonyms: bob, curtsey, curtsey

See Also: bow, bow, bow, bow down, bowing, greet, obeisance, recognise, recognize

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