The Chinese people kowtow to their gods.

The chicane employ kowtow his boss into giving him a raise.

No. Kowtow is a verb. It means to show deference, especially in an exaggerated or obsequious manner.

kowtow The kowtow remains alive as part of a formal induction ceremony in certain traditional trades that involve apprenticeship or discipleship. For example, Chinese martial arts schools often require a student to kowtow to a master. Likewise, traditional performing arts often also require the kowtow.