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Uncommoncrouched
The correct spelling is crouched.
How to pronounce crouched
verb
IPA: /kɹʌʊt͡ʃt/
Say it like: Cro-wch-ed
The correct spelling is crouched. 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. For example: "We crouched behind the low wall until the squad of soldiers had passed by."
Usage Examples
“We crouched behind the low wall until the squad of soldiers had passed by.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.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.
- 2.To bend servilely; to bow in reverence or humility.
- 3.To sign with the cross; bless.
adjective
- 1.Marked with, bearing, or wearing the sign of the cross.
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