Meaning of the word genuflect in English

What does genuflect mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

genuflect

US /ˈdʒen.jə.flekt/
UK /ˈdʒen.jə.flekt/

Verb

1.

to bend one or both knees as a sign of respect to God, especially when entering or leaving a Catholic church:

Example:
People were genuflecting in front of the altar.
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