Associations to the word «Prostration»
Noun
Wiktionary
PROSTRATION, noun. The act or condition of prostrating (lying flat) oneself, as a sign of humility.
PROSTRATION, noun. A part of the ordination of Catholic and Orthodox priests.
PROSTRATION, noun. Being laid face down (prone).
PROSTRATION, noun. The condition of being prostrated, as from heat.
PROSTRATION, noun. A reverential bow performed in Middle Eastern cultures.
Dictionary definition
PROSTRATION, noun. An abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion; "the commander's prostration demoralized his men".
PROSTRATION, noun. Abject submission; the emotional equivalent of prostrating your body.
PROSTRATION, noun. The act of assuming a prostrate position.
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