Meaning of the word prostration in English
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prostration
US /prɑːˈstreɪ.ʃən/
UK /prɒsˈtreɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
the act of lying stretched out on the ground with one's face downward, especially as an act of worship or submission
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The worshippers fell to the ground in an act of deep prostration.
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His complete prostration before the king showed his absolute loyalty.
2.
extreme physical or mental exhaustion
Example:
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After days of intense work, he felt a sense of complete prostration.
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The illness left her in a state of physical prostration.
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