hunkers

/ ˈhʌŋkəz /

plural noun

1. haunches

Word History and Origins

Origin of hunkers¹

C18: of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

It was a seasonal population lowpoint for the species, which hunkers down in winter under rocks and vegetation.

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An animal who hunkers down in a hotel room with you and helps you maintain the stability of your routine is no less devoted to you than one who eagerly accompanies you on your adventures.

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A small, scaly baby iguana— no bigger than a chocolate bar— hunkers down on a beach as a snake glides alongside him.

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Otherwise, he hunkers down in fear, worried that an artillery shell could burst into his home.

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As Gates “hunkers down” on math, it will end its support for language arts, such as reading and writing, Hughes said.

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