Kotow — synonyms, definition

1. kotow (Noun)

kowtow

kotow (Noun) — A former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission.

bow bowing obeisance

2. kotow (Verb)

bootlick fawn smoodge suck up toady truckle

kotow (Verb) — Try to gain favour by cringing or flattering. ex. "He is always kotowing to his boss"

blandish flatter bow and scrape court favor court favour curry favor curry favour