 |
From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]:
Kneel \Kneel\ (n[=e]l), verb (used without an object) [imp. & p. p. {Knelt} (n[e^]lt) or {Kneeled} (n[=e]ld); p. pr. & vb. n. {Kneeling}.] [OE. knelen, cneolien; akin to D. knielen, Dan. kn[ae]le. See {Knee}.] To bend the knee; to fall or rest on the knees; -- sometimes with down.
Note: The act of kneeling, when performed in front of a person, is often done as a sign of respect, humility, or supplication. It has a similar significance when performed in front of religious objects, such as an altar or shrine. [PJC]
And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. --Acts vii. 60.
As soon as you are dressed, kneel and say the Lord's Prayer. --Jer. Taylor.
From WordNet (r) 2.0 [wn]:
kneeling
noun: supporting yourself on your knees [syn: {kneel}]
 |
Definitions retrieved from local copies of the freely distributed DICT client/server software and databases. Click here for database copyright information. - KM |