definition of
kotow

[1] #1 kotow n. [kowtow] a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission. wn

[2] #2 kotow v. [fawn, toady, truckle, bootlick, kowtow, suck up] try to gain favor by cringing or flattering; "He is always kowtowing to his boss". wn