terça-feira, 1 de maio de 2012

Word of the day: Kowtow


Kowtow:  ato de ajoelhar-se e tocar o chão com a testa, manifestando submissão e reverência, prostrar-se, bajular
Synonyms: to show obsequious deference , fawn, to kneel and touch the forehead to the ground in token of homage, worship, or deep respect
“Martin kowtows to our boss every chance he gets, complimenting him on his suits and offering favors.”(www.merriam-webster.com)

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