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Synonyms of kowtow

1. (noun) a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

2. (verb) bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

3. (verb) try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

Hypernyms of kowtow

1. (noun) a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

2. (verb) bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

3. (verb) try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

Hyponyms of kowtow

1. (verb) try to gain favor by cringing or flattering

Words Derivationally Related to kowtow

1. (noun) a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission

2. (verb) bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

3. (verb) try to gain favor by cringing or flattering