curtsy curtsy /ˈkɝːtsi/

noun

1. Bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women  ( curtsey , curtsy )
   bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women
   

verb

1. Make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect  ( bob , curtsy )
   make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect
    She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand
   She curtsied when she shook the Queen's hand
   
2. Bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting  ( curtsey , curtsy )
   bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting