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squat

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Definitions
adjective

having a low center of gravity; built low to the ground

noun

the act of assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent and the buttocks near the heels

verb

sit on one's heels

“In some cultures, the women give birth while squatting”

noun

exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles

adjective

short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature

“a little church with a squat tower”

verb

be close to the earth, or be disproportionately wide

“The building squatted low”

verb

occupy (a dwelling) illegally

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