Kowtow

[Sarah]

The same as Kotow.I have salaamed and kowtowed to him. H. James.

[Sarah]

From the Chinese. To grovel, or pay obeisance to.

[Sarah]

To bow deeply with one's head touching the ground. This act of respect is mostly done out of fear, the fear of death or torture. If the situation is tense, it is best to kowtow, and try to gain the smile of the Queen.