Meaning of the word cower in English

What does cower mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cower

US /ˈkaʊ.ɚ/
UK /ˈkaʊ.ər/

Verb

to crouch down in fear

Example:
The dog cowered under the table during the thunderstorm.
He cowered before his angry father.
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