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Rarecrouches
The correct spelling is crouches.
How to pronounce crouches
noun
IPA: /ˈkɹaʊtʃɪz/
Say it like: Cro-wch-es
The correct spelling is crouches. A bent or stooped position. For example: "The cat waited in a crouch, hidden behind the hedge."
Usage Examples
“The cat waited in a crouch, hidden behind the hedge.”
“We crouched behind the low wall until the squad of soldiers had passed by.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A bent or stooped position.
- 2.A cross.
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.
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