Definitions

1. verb

to lower oneself to the knees, typically in a gesture of respect, submission, or prayer

“The monarch was required to kneel before the high priest during the coronation ceremony.”

2. verb

to put or place oneself on one’s knees, typically in a position of humility or submission

“The athlete chose to kneel during the national anthem to protest social injustice.”

3. verb

to lower or bring to a lower position, especially by force or pressure

“The strong wind caused the trees to kneel under the weight of the heavy snow.”

4. noun

a position of kneeling

“The team huddled in a kneel to discuss their game plan.”