Origin: Latin suffix -tion
Prostration has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion
"the commander's prostration demoralized his men"
abject submission; the emotional equivalent of prostrating your body
the act of assuming a prostrate position
The act or condition of prostrating oneself (lying flat), as a sign of humility.
The 32nd sura (chapter) of the Qur'an.