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Definition genuflect in British English

genuflect verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈdʒenjʊːˌflekt/
1

to bend your knee as a sign of worship or respect

Synonyms and related words
bob bob bow adoration alleluia devotions
2

to show a lot more respect than is usual or necessary

Synonyms and related words
kowtow grovel bow and scrape (to someone)
Definition genuflect in British English