Definition of slouch
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : an awkward fellow : lout
b : one that is unimpressive especially : a lazy or incompetent person —used in negative constructions was no slouch at cooking
2 : a gait or posture characterized by an ungainly stooping of the head and shoulders or excessive relaxation of body muscles
slouch
verbslouched; slouching; slouches
Definition of slouch (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : to walk, stand, or sit with a slouch : assume a slouch
2 : droop
3 : to go or move slowly or reluctantly
: to cause to droop
slouched his shoulders
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The first known use of slouch was in 1515
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