kneel before
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
to kneel in front of someone or something, especially in order to worship or supplicate
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “kneel before” mean?
to kneel in front of someone or something, especially in order to worship or supplicate
Is “kneel before” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.