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SQUAT

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Squat.

How to pronounce squat:

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Squat - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
knee bendsquatting

A small worthless amount

Example: "You don't know jack"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diddleydiddlydiddly-squatdiddlysquatdoodly-squatjack

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
squatting

Squat - as an adjective satellite

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

Example: "Some people seem born to be square and chunky"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chunkydumpylow-setsquattystumpy

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
underslung

Squat - as a verb

Sit on one's heels

Example: "In some cultures, the women give birth while squatting"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crouchhunkerhunker downscrunchscrunch up

Be close to the earth, or be disproportionately wide

Example: "The building squatted low"

Occupy (a dwelling) illegally

To perform the squat weightlifting exercise

Squat - as an adjective

Relatively short or low, and thick or broad.

Sitting on the hams or heels; sitting close to the ground; cowering; crouching.

Example Sentences

"Doing squats can help build strength in your legs."
"She has a perfect squat form."
"I felt a burn in my thighs after doing a set of squats."
"He struggled to maintain his balance during the squat."
"The weightlifter achieved a new personal best in the squat."
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Word Game Points

Is SQUAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, squat is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SQUAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SQUAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, squat is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SQUAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SQUAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, squat is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SQUAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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