genuflection

Noun

Meaning

The act of bending the knee, particularly in worship.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

genuflexion arch bob crouch salaam bend service round respect angle duty curve worship bow arc
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Antonyms

opposition arguing hate hatred contempt shame
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Hypernyms

bow bowing obeisance

Examples

According to the General Instruction of the Roman Missal, “a genuflection, made by bending the right knee to the ground, signifies adoration, and therefore it is reserved for the Most Blessed Sacrament” (No. 274). Source: Internet

Another interesting section involved a series of “practical tips” for Adoration, such as the importance of genuflection and kneeling that was beneficial even for a person reasonably knowledgeable about their faith. Source: Internet

It is celebrated at the time of ninth hour (3:00pm) on the Sunday of Pentecost by a special three-segment prayer known as the "Office of Genuflection (Kneeling Prayer)". Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

genual genuflect genuflecting joint genuflective genuflector genuflectory