kotow


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Noun1.Kotow - a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submissionkotow - a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
bowing, obeisance, bow - bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting
Verb1.Kotow - try to gain favor by cringing or flatteringkotow - try to gain favor by cringing or flattering; "He is always kowtowing to his boss"
blandish, flatter - praise somewhat dishonestly
court favor, court favour, curry favor, curry favour - seek favor by fawning or flattery; "This employee is currying favor with his superordinates"
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Rebecca Kotow, Head of Community Investment and Social Impact at NAB, said the program gives students an edge in an increasingly competitive job market, opening up crucial networks and uncovering opportunities.
Wlokna (wlosie) z siersci pozostalych badanych zwierzat w czasie zabiegow pielegnacyjnych wyczesywano sterylizowanymi 70-procentowym alkoholem etylowym--zgrzeblem w przypadku koni, furminatorem w przypadku psow oraz grzebieniem w przypadku kotow i lwa.