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The Clue
Servilely defer (to) (6 letter answer)
The Answer
KOWTOW
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Notes
The answer KOWTOW is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Definition
KOWTOW as a noun:
1. (kowtow, kotow) = a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission
KOWTOW as a verb:
1. (scrape, kowtow, genuflect) = bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
2. (fawn, toady, truckle, bootlick, kowtow, kotow, suck up) = try to gain favor by cringing or flattering; "He is always kowtowing to his boss"