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kotow

[koh-tou, -tou]

verb (used without object), noun

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kotow
noun
1.	a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission [syn: kowtow]
verb
1.	try to gain favor by cringing or flattering; "He is always kowtowing to his boss" [syn: fawn]

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