skulk

(noun, verb)

noun

1. A group of foxes.

2. One who skulks; a skulker.

verb

1. lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner

Similar word(s): lurk

Definition categories: stative, conceal, hide

2. avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill

Similar word(s): malinger

Definition categories: social, fiddle, goldbrick, shirk

3. move stealthily

- The lonely man skulks down the main street all day

Definition categories: motion, walk