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Definition of Prostration
1. Noun. An abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion. "The commander's prostration demoralized his men"
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Generic synonyms: Illness, Malady, Sickness, Unwellness
Specialized synonyms: Breakdown, Crack-up, Shock, Heat Hyperpyrexia, Heatstroke, Algidity
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Generic synonyms: Illness, Malady, Sickness, Unwellness
Specialized synonyms: Breakdown, Crack-up, Shock, Heat Hyperpyrexia, Heatstroke, Algidity
Derivative terms: Collapse, Collapse
2. Noun. Abject submission; the emotional equivalent of prostrating your body.
3. Noun. The act of assuming a prostrate position.
Definition of Prostration
1. n. The act of prostrating, throwing down, or laying fiat; as, the prostration of the body.
Definition of Prostration
1. Noun. The act or condition of prostrating (lying flat) oneself, as a sign of humility. ¹
2. Noun. A part of the ordination of Catholic and Orthodox priests. ¹
3. Noun. Being laid face down (prone). ¹
4. Noun. The condition of being prostrated, as from heat. ¹
5. Noun. A reverential bow performed in Middle Eastern cultures. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Prostration
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