Kneel
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /niːl/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Kneel is a verb meaning (intransitive) To rest on one's bent knees, sometimes only one; to move to such a position.
Meaning
(intransitive) To rest on one's bent knees, sometimes only one; to move to such a position.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To cause to kneel.
- (reflexive, archaic) To rest on (one's) knees.
- (intransitive, of a bus or other vehicle) To sink down so that the entrance is level with the pavement, making it easier for passengers to enter.
Example Sentences
He knelt him down to pray.
She knelt the doll to fit it into the box.
Just when the damsel kneeled herself to pray.
Kneel him down and stick his head in. No, don't let him up, just hold him there.
Word Forms
- kneels
- kneeling
- knelt
- kneeled
Synonyms for kneel
Depending on context, synonyms include kneeling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include genuflect, crouch, down, stoop, squat, prostrate.
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