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squat vs hunker

hunker vs squat

squat is a noun but hunker is not a noun.

squat is an adjective but hunker is not an adjective.

squat and hunker both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
squat Yes Yes Yes No
hunker No No Yes No
As verbs, squat and hunker are synonyms defined as:
  • squat and hunker: sit on one's heels
Other synonyms of squat include crouch, hunker down, scrunch, scrunch up.
squat (noun) hunker (noun)
the act of assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent and the buttocks near the heels
exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles
a small worthless amount
squat (adjective) hunker (adjective)
having a low center of gravity; built low to the ground
short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature
squat (verb) hunker (verb)
to perform the squat weightlifting exercise sit on one's heels
sit on one's heels
occupy (a dwelling) illegally
be close to the earth, or be disproportionately wide
Difference between squat and hunker

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