curtsey
pronunciation
How to pronounce curtsey in British English:
UK ['kɜ:tsɪ]
How to pronounce curtsey in American English:
US [ˈkətsɪ]
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- Noun:
- bending at the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
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- Verb:
- a gesture of respectful greeting, for women
Word Origin
- curtsey
- curtsey: see court
- curtsey
- alternative spelling of curtsy.
Example
- 1. He just moved in acknowledgement of her curtsey .
- 2. The principal dancer tripped forward to the front of the stage and made a deep curtsey .
- 3. He was received by mrs. bennet with a degree of civility which made her two daughters ashamed , especially when contrasted with the cold and ceremonious politeness of her curtsey and address to his friend .
- 4. She tried to curtsey as she spoke .
- 5. She made a low curtsey .