What is another word for scrooching down?
Pronunciation: [skɹˈuːt͡ʃɪŋ dˈa͡ʊn] (IPA) 
Scrooching down is a term used to describe the act of crouching or hunching down. There are several synonyms for scrooching down, including crouching, stooping, hunching, squatting, and ducking. These terms are often used interchangeably and indicate a similar physical position.
Crouching is the act of bending the knees and lowering the body while keeping the feet on the ground. Stooping is a similar motion but typically involves bending at the waist rather than the knees. Hunching refers to rounding the shoulders and bending the back forward. Squatting involves lowering the body to a seated position while keeping the feet flat on the ground. Ducking is similar to crouching but involves lowering the head as well.
