prostration

🇺🇸 /prɑːˈstreɪʃn/ 🇬🇧 /prɒˈstreɪʃn/
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noun
R

A state of being extremely weak, often unable to move or stand.

After the intense workout, he was left in a state of prostration on the gym floor.

在激烈的锻炼之后,他累得在健身房地板上动弹不得。

R

Lying face down as a sign of respect or worship, often during religious practices.

During the ceremony, the worshippers showed their devotion through prostration.

在仪式上,信徒们通过鞠躬表示了他们的虔诚。

translation

n. 极度虚弱, 俯伏跪拜

词形变化

Plural prostrations