throw oneself at feet



throw oneself at someone's feet

 
1. Lit. to bow down humbly at someone's feet; to prostrate oneself before someone. In his guilt and horror, he threw himself at the feet of his master and begged forgiveness.
2. Fig. to beg someone's mercy, forgiveness, blessing, etc. I throw myself at your feet and beg for your blessing. I love you sincerely, Jane. I throw myself at your feet and await your command. I'm your slave!
See also: feet, throw

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
SabrİYe-Turkish
Thancmar-Ancient Germanic
Peppi-Italian
HeavenHEV-ənEnglish (Modern)
Martinus-Ancient Roman, Dutch
Norene[nɔ:'ri:n]