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Squat

squat
(Science: zoology) The angel fish (Squatina angelus).
1. The posture of one that sits on his heels or hams, or close to the ground.
2. A sudden or crushing fall.
3. (Science: chemical) A small vein of ore. A mineral consisting of tin ore and spar.
4. (Science: zoology) Squat snipe, the jacksnipe; called also squatter.


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