skulk | ||
1. | [ verb ] lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner | |
Synonyms: | lurk | |
Related terms: | hide lurker | |
2. | [ verb ] avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill | |
Synonyms: | malinger | |
Related terms: | shirk malingering malingerer | |
3. | [ verb ] move stealthily | |
Synonyms: | prowl | |
Examples: | "The lonely man skulks down the main street all day" |
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Related terms: | walk | |
Similar spelling: |
skulker skulking Skalsky Skalski skywalk Skyles Skiles |