English Explanatory Dictionary

bend the knee

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To swear fealty or allegiance to another person.
  2. To submit to or show reverence toward a divine power.
  3. To show undue deference, obedience, or support for someone or something.

Pronunciation

en-au-bend the knee.ogg

Word forms

bend the knee bends the knee bending the knee bent the knee

Etymology

Calque of Latin genūflectō. Popularized by its use on the television series Game of Thrones (2011-2019).

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