Vocabulary Entry

stoop

|noun • verb

noun

A posture in which the body leans forward; a place or situation of lower status.

Example Sentences

"He had a noticeable stoop from years of working at a desk."

"The old house had a distinct stoop where people would often sit."

"Her shoulders took on a stoop after carrying heavy bags for too long."

verb

Example Sentences

"She had to stoop to pick up the fallen book."

"He stooped down to tie his shoelaces."

"They watched the children stoop to look under the table."