prostration (n.)

  1. an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion; the commanders prostration demoralized his men

    [ Syn: collapse ]

  2. abject submission; the emotional equivalent of prostrating your body

  3. the act of assuming a prostrate position

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