What does skulking mean?
Definitions for skulking
skulk·ing
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Princeton's WordNet
malingering, skulkingnoun
evading duty or work by pretending to be incapacitated
"they developed a test to detect malingering"
ChatGPT
skulking
Skulking generally refers to the act of moving stealthily or lurking, often in a secretive or sneaky manner, usually with the intent of hiding or evading notice. It can also mean to shirk duties or responsibilities, or behave in a disreputable manner.
Webster Dictionary
Skulking
of Skulk
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of skulking in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of skulking in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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