Meaning of the word crouching in English

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

crouching

US /ˈkraʊ.tʃɪŋ/
UK /ˈkraʊ.tʃɪŋ/

Verb

to lower your body close to the ground by bending your knees and leaning forward

Example:
The hunter was crouching behind a bush, waiting for his prey.
She crouched down to tie her shoelace.
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