26984 words

slouch

3 definitions • 5 examples
1
to stand, sit, or walk with the shoulders hanging forward and the head bent slightly over so that you look tired and bored:

Examples:

Straighten your back - try not to slouch.
A couple of boys were slouched over the table reading magazines.
A group of teenagers were slouching around outside the building.
2
a way of standing, sitting, or walking with the shoulders hanging forward:

Examples:

He's developed a slouch from leaning over his books all day.
3
to stand, sit, or walk with the shoulders and head bent forward:

Examples:

In a bad mood, the boy slouched off to the beach.

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