What does crouching mean?
to lower the body so that the knees are bent and the weight is on the balls of the feet, typically in order to prepare to move quickly or to avoid something. to be in a position with the knees bent and the weight on the balls of the feet.
Example
"The cat crouched low to the ground, ready to pounce on its prey."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.