Stoop

usgb/stuːp/
verb

To bend your body forward and down.

I had to stoop to get through the low doorway.
Visual representation of "stoop" - To bend your body forward and down

Often appears as...

  • stoop down
  • stoop to pick up
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Physical Action

Used to describe a physical movement to avoid something or while doing tasks.

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You might need to stoop to avoid hitting your head on a low beam.
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Temporary Posture

A motion often not held long, as it's typically done for a brief action.

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He had to stoop briefly to tie his shoelaces.
Visual representation of the word "Stoop"

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