Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-bended-knee
idiom
/ɒnˈbɛndɪd niː/
Definition
A phrase often used to describe the act of kneeling on one or both knees, traditionally associated with a gesture of respect, submission, or a proposal of marriage.
Examples
- He proposed to her on-bended-knee, presenting a beautiful ring.
- She had never seen him so vulnerable, as he knelt on-bended-knee to ask for her forgiveness.
- The knight offered his loyalty to the queen on-bended-knee, vowing to serve her always.
Meaning
To be in a position of kneeling, expressing humility or making a significant request, often linked to asking for someone’s hand in marriage.
Synonyms
- kneeling
- humbled
- submissive
