1. present participle of kneel; going down onto or resting on one’s knees

1. the action or position of resting on one’s knees

Examples

• She was kneeling in the garden, planting flowers.
• The knight was kneeling before the king.
• He hurt his back from kneeling on the hard floor.
• The congregation was kneeling during prayer.
• Kneeling for long periods can be uncomfortable.
• The protesters were kneeling in silent demonstration.
• She found him kneeling by the injured dog.