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to prostrate oneself in worship

  1. to prostrate oneself
    To perform the highest form of respect by kneeling and touching the forehead to the ground, as in ancient salutations or Buddhist practice
  2. to worship
    To prostrate oneself in worship; specifically to kneel and bow with hands joined at the forehead as a sign of extreme reverence. Often used metaphorically in modern contexts to show intense admiration for someone.