Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squatting
verb, noun
/ˈskwɒtɪŋ/
Definition
The act of sitting or crouching with the knees bent and the weight on the feet.
Examples
- She was squatting down to pick up the fallen leaves.
- The families were squatting in abandoned buildings, looking for shelter.
- He enjoys squatting at the gym to strengthen his legs.
Meaning
Squatting can refer to a physical position where a person lowers their body by bending their knees. In a broader context, it can also refer to the unauthorized occupation of an uninhabited building or land.
Synonyms
- crouching
- perching
- hunkering
- occupying
