1. a respectful greeting made by bending the knees and lowering the body, traditionally performed by women and girls
Usage: formal; traditional

1. to perform a curtsey as a greeting or sign of respect
Usage: formal; traditional

Examples

• The young girl performed a graceful curtsey when meeting the queen.
• She learned to curtsey properly in her etiquette classes.
• The dancers ended their performance with a curtsey to the audience.
• It was customary for ladies to curtsey when introduced to gentlemen.
• The little princess curtsied before her grandmother.
• Her curtsey was so deep that her dress touched the floor.