squatting (n.)

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

    [ Syn: knee bend , squat ]

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

    [ Syn: squat ]

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