gassho

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Noun

1. A [[ritual]] [[gesture]] of Eastern origin, with [[hand]]s pressed together in front of the chest. It can be used for [[prayer]] or as a sign of [[greeting]], [[gratitude]], [[reverence]]{{,}} or [[apology]]. When performed with a bow, it is called [[gassho rei]].

Verb

1. {{lb|en|intransitive}} To make this gesture.

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