Meaning of absquatulate in English

1. Pronunciation

   /æbˈskwɑtʃəˌleɪt/

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1. Verb

   absquatulate

   Etymology

   mid 19th century: blend (simulating a Latin form) of abscond, squattle ‘squat down’, and perambulate

   Definitions

   1. run away

   Examples

   • « usually includes taking something or somebody along »

   Derived terms

   • absconder
   • abscondment
   • bolt
   • decampment

Browse dictionary

• absorptivity
• absorptive
• absorption unit
• absorption spectrum
• absquatulate
• abstain
• abstainer
• abstemious
• abstemiously