Curtsey
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɝtsɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Curtsey is a noun meaning To make a curtsey.
Meaning
To make a curtsey.
More Meanings
- A small bow, generally performed by a woman or a girl, where she crosses the shin of one leg behind the calf of her other leg and briefly bends her knees to lower her body in deference.
Example Sentences
No caps were touched, no curtseys bobbed.
I refused to make so much as a curtsey for the passing nobles, as I am a staunch egalitarian.
1908, Caroline Crawford, Folk Dances and Games The gentleman bows and the lady curtesys (measure eight).
Wid. I take my leaue with many thouſand thankes. / Rich. The Match is made, ſhee ſeales it with a Curſie.
Word Forms
- curtsies
- curtseys
- curtsy
- curtseying
- curtseyed
Synonyms for curtsey
Depending on context, synonyms include curtsy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bowing, skirt, kirtle, curtana, shortclothes, footbow.
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