Hunkered: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ก๏ธ
hunkered
[ หhสล.kษrd ]
shelter, crouch
The term 'hunkered' refers to the action of crouching down or hiding, especially in a defensive or protective manner. It is often used in the context of taking shelter from something threatening, such as bad weather or danger. This posture generally indicates a sense of readiness or caution, as the person is often preparing to respond to a situation. The word is frequently associated with survival scenarios or moments of vulnerability.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They hunkered down during the storm.
- The soldiers hunkered behind the wall for cover.
- She hunkered in her seat to avoid being seen.
Translations
Translations of the word "hunkered" in other languages:
๐ต๐น agachado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคชเคพ เคนเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช hockend
๐ฎ๐ฉ bersembunyi
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธั ะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ czaiฤ siฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใพใฃใ
๐ซ๐ท crouchรฉ
๐ช๐ธ agachado
๐น๐ท รงรถmelmiล
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ํฌ๋ฆฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฎุชุจุฆ
๐จ๐ฟ skrฤenรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ skrรบtenรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ่นฒไธ็
๐ธ๐ฎ sklonjen
๐ฎ๐ธ hneigรฐur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐััััะฝัะฟ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ saxlanmฤฑล
๐ฒ๐ฝ agachado
Etymology
The word 'hunkered' comes from the Scottish term 'hunker', which has been in use since the 18th century. The original meaning related to squatting or crouching down, emphasizing a lower stance. 'Hunker' is believed to be rooted in the Old Norse word 'honkra', which means to bend or crouch. Over time, the usage of 'hunkered' evolved, particularly in American English, often associated with taking cover or sheltering from adverse conditions. The term gained prominence during the 20th century, especially in military and survival contexts, reflecting its connotation of readiness and defense. Today, 'hunkered down' is a commonly used phrase, which indicates a state of preparation against external threats.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,647 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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