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n a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission v bend the knees and bow in a servile manner v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

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  1. n a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission v bend the knees and bow in a servile manner v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering