Synonyms for curtsy

Noun

1. curtsy, curtsey, bow, bowing, obeisance

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

Verb

1. curtsy, curtsey, bow

usage: a gesture of respectful greeting, for women

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"