révérence

Definitions of révérence
  1. noun
    an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat
    synonyms: salutation, signe de tête
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    type of:
    salut, salutation
    (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
  2. noun
    bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting
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    type of:
    geste, gesticulation
    the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
  3. noun
    an act of honor or courteous recognition
    synonyms: salut, salutation
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    type of:
    reconnaissance
    approval
  4. noun
    a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
    synonyms: considération, respect, vénération
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    type of:
    émotion
    any strong feeling
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