Definition

In a position where the knees are bent and the body is low to the ground, often used to describe someone or something that is bent down.

Example

The cat was crouching in the grass, ready to pounce on its prey.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that cat crouching behind the bushes?

Yeah, it looked like it was waiting to pounce on something!

I wonder what it was watching so intently while crouching.

Probably a bird or a squirrel — they're always so sneaky.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The act of bending down low with the knees bent and the body close to the ground.

Example

The cat was in a crouching position, ready to pounce on its prey.

Conversation

I saw a video where a cat was crouching before it pounced on its toy.

That sounds so cute! Cats are such playful creatures.

Yeah, the way they crouching makes it even more exciting to watch.

Definition

To bend down low by bending your knees and lowering your body close to the ground.

Example

The cat was crouching in the grass, ready to pounce on its prey.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw a cat crouching in the bushes earlier.

Really? Was it trying to catch something?

Yeah, it looked so focused while crouching there.

Root Explanation

Crouching → The word 'crouching' is derived from the verb 'crouch', which comes from the Old French 'crochier' (meaning to bend down or stoop) and is related to the Old English 'crūcan' (meaning to bend or stoop). The suffix '-ing' indicates the action or process of the verb. Thus, 'crouching' refers to the action of bending down or stooping.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone bending down low, as the Old French 'crochier' means to bend down. This helps you remember that 'crouching' is the action of bending down.

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