Word: kowtowing
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: kow
tow
ing
Definition: Present participle of kowtow; try to gain favor by cringing or flattering
Morphemes:
Affix: kowtow
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The act of kowtowing; bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
Affix: -ing
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form present participles of verbs.