The act or condition of prostrating oneself (lying flat), as a sign of humility.
A 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
Being laid face down (prone).
The condition of being prostrated, as from heat; complete loss of strength.
A reverential bow performed in Middle Eastern cultures.