A bent or stooped position.
To bend down; to stoop low; to stand close to the ground with legs bent, like an animal when waiting for prey, or someone in fear.
To bend servilely; to bow in reverence or humility.
A girth or belly-band for a horse's harness.
A stretch of fishing-lines shot in the water.
A surcingle, or strap of leather, used for binding a load upon the back of an animal.
A leather tie; a short wagon rope.
Possessing or indicating lack; deficient.