Gerund noun referring to the act or posture of resting on one or both knees.
Definitions
The action or posture of resting on one or both knees, typically as a sign of reverence, submission, or readiness. Extended kneeling can cause discomfort to the joints.
Synonyms
act of kneeling
kneeling down
(UK: knelt, knelt / US: kneeled, kneeled)
Translations
He decided to kneel before the altar.
Он решил встать на колени перед алтарем.
The knight was asked to kneel before the king.
Рыцаря попросили преклонить колени перед королем.
Definitions
To go down or rest on the knees or a knee. During the ceremony, everyone was asked to kneel in prayer.
To submit or show deference or respect. The knight was expected to kneel before the king as a sign of loyalty.