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1.nounThe act or condition of prostrating oneself (lying flat), as a sign of humility.
2.nounA part of the ordination of Catholic and Orthodox priests."The ordination ceremony includes a variety of rituals, rich in meaning and history, e.g., the prostration, laying on of hands, anointing of hands, giving of the chalice and paten, and sign of peace. — Diocese of Rochester, NY"
3.nounBeing laid face down (prone).
4.nounThe condition of being prostrated, as from heat; complete loss of strength.
5.nounA reverential bow performed in Middle Eastern cultures.