submiss Meaning, Definition & Usage

Sub*miss" adjective

Etymology

L. submissus, p.p. of submittere to let down, to lower. See Submit.

Definitions

1. Submissive; humble; obsequious. Archaic "Soft Silence and submiss Obedience." Spenser. "Stooping and submiss." R. L. Stevenson.
2. Gentle; soft; calm; as, submiss voices. R.