truckling Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the act of obeying meanly (especially obeying in a humble manner or for unworthy reasons)
  2. verb yield to out of weakness
    truckle.
  3. verb try to gain favor by cringing or flattering
    fawn; kowtow; kotow; bootlick; toady; suck up; truckle.
    • He is always kowtowing to his boss

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