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  1. 1. n. & v. i. The same as Kotow. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission Source: wordnet
  3. 3. v. bend the knees and bow in a servile manner Source: wordnet
  4. 4. v. try to gain favor by cringing or flattering Source: wordnet
  5. 5. The same as Kotow. I have salaamed and kowtowed to him. H. James. Source: webster
  6. 6. The same as Kotow.I have salaamed and kowtowed to him. H. James. Source: adambom
  7. 7. v:100 n. a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission Source: ecdict

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