kneel
[niːl]
To kneel means to bend one or both knees so that your body is lower than normal. You might also use "kneel" as a verb to mean getting on your knees.
Kneeling is often done in situations when you want to show respect, apologize, or ask for forgiveness. For example, some people kneel during church services or weddings. It can also be used for physical activities like stretching exercises or sports where balance and flexibility are important.
How common is "kneel"?
Word kneel is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
verb
To rest on one's bent knees, sometimes only one; to move to such a position.
Real examples of "kneel" in context
