English · Phrasal verb Candidate

crotch down

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

To crouch.

Where it’s used: Used American English

He crotched down in the blocks to check for comfort before rising up out of them at half speed and trotting a few meters up the track.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “crotch down” mean?

To crouch.

Is “crotch down” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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