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Rarecower
The correct spelling is cower.
How to pronounce cower
verb
IPA: /ˈkaʊə/
Say it like: Cow-er
The correct spelling is cower. To crouch or cringe, or to avoid or shy away from something, in fear. For example: "He'd be useless in war. He'd just cower in his bunker until the enemy came in and shot him, or until the war was over."
Usage Examples
“He'd be useless in war. He'd just cower in his bunker until the enemy came in and shot him, or until the war was over.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To crouch or cringe, or to avoid or shy away from something, in fear.
- 2.To crouch in general.
- 3.To cause to cower; to frighten into submission.
- 4.To cherish with care.
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