O-bēi'sance or O-bei'sance, n.

(Synop., § 130), n. [Fr. obéissance, obedience, from obéissant, obedient. See infra, and cf. ABAISANCE.] A manifestation of obedience; an expression of deference or respect; a bow; a courtesy. They bowed and made obeisance as she passed. Pope.