Meaning of the word crouch in English

What does crouch mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crouch

US /kraʊtʃ/

UK /kraʊtʃ/

adopt a position where the body is low to the ground, by bending the knees

Example:

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She had to crouch down to fit through the small opening.

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The cat crouched low, ready to pounce on its prey.

Synonym:

squat stoop hunker bend down duck down

a position where the body is low to the ground with the knees bent

Example:

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He took a defensive crouch, ready for the tackle.

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From his hidden crouch, he observed the deer.

Synonym:

squat stoop hunker