Synonyms of curtsy

Noun

1. curtsy, curtsey, reverence, gesture, motion

usage: bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women

Verb

1. curtsy, curtsey, bow

usage: bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting

2. curtsy, bob, greet, recognize, recognise

usage: make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect; "She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand"

Definition and meaning of curtsy (Dictionary)