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Pronunciation: [kˈɜːtsɪ] (IPA)

A curtsey is a respectful gesture that is used primarily by women and girls as a sign of deference to someone of higher status. However, there are several other terms that describe this gesture. A bow is a similar respectful gesture made by men and women by lowering the head and body slightly. A curtsy can also be referred to as a genuflection, a kneel, or a bob. In some cultures, a salaam or a namaste may be used as a sign of respect. Regardless of what it is called, the intent behind the gesture remains the same - to show deference and respect to those of higher status.

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Usage examples for Curtsey

After these words we only exchanged a silent and formal curtsey, the door closed on the deeply offended lady and a load fell from my heart.
"The Dead Lake and Other Tales"
Paul Heyse
The minister's wife jumped up and dropped me a curtsey, a most ironical curtsey.
"Four Meetings"
Henry James
The pause was but momentary: for, apparently making an effort over herself, she received Helen Perowne with a grave, almost majestic courtesy, taking a bouquet from an attendant and handing it to her with a slight inclination of the head; while Helen Perowne made her the deportment curtsey that she had been taught at the Miss Twettenhams', throwing into it the dignity of a queen.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn

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