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    skulk

    skulk - Dictionary definition and meaning for word skulk

    Definition
    (verb) lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner
    Synonyms : lurk
    Definition
    (verb) avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill
    Synonyms : malinger
    Definition
    (verb) move stealthily
    Example Sentence
    • The lonely man skulks down the main street all day
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for skulk

skulk reminds us of skull. People who associate themselves with that symbol are usually notorious(like pirates). And as everyone knows such people move about secretly.

HULK SKULKED through the city to avoid being noticed by COPS.. :)

imagine a person digging up skulls from mortuary to sell to science lab

skULK is same as LURK

The skeleton SKULKED out of the cemetery for a New life!

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SKULk reminds SKULL which hides under skin.. SKULK mean hide :D

The brain cells within the skull (skulk) moves slowly and secretly without your knowing.

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