crouch

Definition

  • verb: to lower your body to the ground by bending your legs
  • verb: to lower the body stance especially by bending the legs
  • synonyms: fawn, cringe, bless

Examples

  • The runner was in a tense 'crouch', waiting for the signal to start the race.

  • The lion 'crouched' in the tall grass, waiting to attack the gazelle.

  • She 'crouched' down, trying to get a closer look at the spider.

Movie quotes

  • (..) So where did you meet this guy? I staked out his health club. When you're on a stakeout... ...do you find it's better to stand up against the wall... ...or kind of crouch down behind a big plant? You know, I think that... ...even if you've had a relationship with someone... (..)
    1990 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Stakeout Season: 1 Episode 2