Crouch ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Crouch ( verb )

1. To bend down and lower the body, typically by bending the legs, with the intention of sitting or hiding.
2. To crouch down low and keep still with the body close to the ground.

Origin:

Middle english crouchen, from old english crūcan, of germanic origin; related to dutch kruipen "to crawl".

Examples:

1. He crouched down to tie his shoelaces.
2. The cat crouched in the corner, ready to pounce.
3. The children crouched behind the bushes to hide from the rain.
4. The soldier crouched behind the wall for cover.
5. The player crouched to make himself a smaller target.

(As a noun)

Crouch ( noun )

1. To bend down and lower the body, typically by bending the legs, with the intention of sitting or hiding.
2. To crouch down low and keep still with the body close to the ground.

Origin:

Middle english crouchen, from old english crūcan, of germanic origin; related to dutch kruipen "to crawl".

Examples:

1. He crouched down to tie his shoelaces.
2. The cat crouched in the corner, ready to pounce.
3. The children crouched behind the bushes to hide from the rain.
4. The soldier crouched behind the wall for cover.
5. The player crouched to make himself a smaller target.