crouch
Translation
to crouch, to squat
Examples
The cat crouched in the bushes.
The cat crouched in the bushes.
He crouched down to look under the car.
He crouched down to look under the car.
Grammar Patterns
(( )) to adopt a low, bent position The cat crouched in the bushes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: squat, hunker down; Antonyms: stand, stretch
Etymology
From Old French 'crochir' meaning 'to become crooked', referring to the bent posture.
Memory Tips
Imagine a crow saying 'ouch!' as it lands, forcing it to crouch down.