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Added 10 October 2026

groveling

adjective

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Showing excessive, servile respect or submission, often to gain favor or forgiveness.
Of an animal, having the belly or face towards or on the ground.

noun

The act or practice of one who grovels.

verb

present participle and gerund of grovel

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