crouch
Pronunciation:
/kɹaʊt͡ʃ/noun
Definitions
A bent or stooped position.
Example: The cat waited in a crouch, hidden behind the hedge.
verb
Definitions
To bend down; to stoop low; to stand close to the ground with legs bent, like an animal when waiting for prey, or someone in fear.
Example: We crouched behind the low wall until the squad of soldiers had passed by.
To bend servilely; to bow in reverence or humility.