踞
crouch; occupy
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to squat; to sit (in a crouching posture)
literaryOften used in classical or literary contexts, particularly in idioms describing powerful stances like tigers or dragons.
The stone tiger crouched on the rock, looking majestic and imposing.
He sat crouching on the ground, gazing into the distance.
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The dragon coils and the tiger crouches—such is the aura of an emperor.
The fierce beast crouched in the forest, not daring to move rashly.
Ancient people sat crouching on the ground to show respect.
verb
to occupy; to hold (territory); to be entrenched
formalOften used for military, territorial, or criminal occupation of an area. Implies a strong, often illegitimate or forceful holding of position.
The bandits occupied the mountain stronghold, endangering the entire region.
The enemy army occupied the strategic position and defended it, making it difficult to conquer.
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This company has dominated the market for many years with deep-rooted foundations.
The pirates occupied the island, plundering merchant ships.
This thought occupied his mind and would not go away.