obsequence

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English

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Etymology

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Probably from Latin obsequentia, equivalent to obsequy +‎ -ence.

Noun

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obsequence (countable and uncountable, plural obsequences)

  1. Compliance, obsequiousness, deference, willingness to serve.
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