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obeisance (s) (noun), obeisances (pl)
1. A bending down of the body, especially by bowing, expressing deep respect or deferential courtesy: In the fairy tale Anita was reading, the pauper showed her obeisance to the prince by curtsying and speaking carefully.
2. An attitude or behavior of someone who pays respect or homage to somebody or something: After entering the church, Agatha showed her obeisance and reference to Him by bowing and bending her knees.
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