genuflecting

[US]/ˈdʒɛn.jʊ.flekt.ɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈdʒɛn.juː.flekt.ɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.the act of bending one knee to the ground, typically in worship or as a sign of respect

Phrases & Collocations

genuflecting in reverence

genuflecting before authority

genuflecting to tradition

genuflecting in prayer

genuflecting in submission

genuflecting with humility

genuflecting in gratitude

Example Sentences

he was genuflecting in front of the altar.

she found herself genuflecting out of respect.

genuflecting before the king is a sign of loyalty.

the children were genuflecting during the ceremony.

he felt nervous while genuflecting in the church.

genuflecting is a traditional practice in many religions.

she observed others genuflecting with great reverence.

he was genuflecting quickly to avoid drawing attention.

genuflecting can be seen as a humble act.

during the service, many were genuflecting in prayer.

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