Definition

A small bow made by a woman, where she bends her knees and lowers her body as a sign of respect or greeting.

Example

She gave a curtsey to the queen as she entered the room.

Conversation

Did you see how she did a perfect curtsey at the event last night?

Yeah, it was really graceful!

I wish I could master that kind of curtsey too.

With practice, you could definitely pull it off!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To bend the knees and lower the body as a sign of respect or greeting, typically performed by women.

Example

She made a graceful curtsey in front of the queen.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how she curtseyed when she met the queen?

Yeah, it was so elegant and graceful!

I wish I could curtsey like that without tripping over myself.

Root Explanation

**Curtsey** → The word 'curtsey' originates from the Old French *courtoisie*, meaning courtesy or politeness. It refers to a gesture of respect or greeting, typically performed by women, involving bending the knees and lowering the body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'courtesy' as a sign of respect, and remember that a 'curtsey' is a polite gesture of greeting.

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