prostration

noun

1. 1

   The act or condition of prostrating oneself (lying flat), as a sign of humility.

2. 2

   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”

3. 3

   Being laid face down (prone).

4. 4

   The condition of being prostrated, as from heat; complete loss of strength.

5. 5

   A reverential bow performed in Middle Eastern cultures.