Bent the knee in greeting Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Bent the knee in greeting" corresponds to the answer CURTSIED. The connection between the clue and the answer lies in the action described. Here's why this answer fits:

1. Bent the knee: In the clue, the action of bending the knee is associated with a traditional gesture of respect or courtesy.
2. In greeting: This phrase indicates that the action is performed as a form of acknowledgment or salutation.
3. CURTSIED: The word "CURTSIED" specifically relates to the act of a person, typically a woman, bending the knees in a polite and formal gesture of respect or acknowledgment, often seen in historical or formal settings.

Therefore, based on the context of the clue and the definition of the answer, "CURTSIED" perfectly aligns with the action of bending the knee as a sign of deference or greeting.

 The Crossword clue "Bent the knee in greeting" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Simplex	17 May 2024	CURTSIED