couch
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noun 1. a long seat, usually upholstered and having a back and arms; sofa.
Ex. Over against one wall was a black leather couch--not a davenport, not a settee, but simply a battered old leather couch (Robert Traver).
(SYN) divan, lounge.
couch
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v.i. 1. to lie down on a couch.
(SYN) recline.
2. to lie hidden ready to attack; lurk.
Ex. Bertram ... couches in the brake and fern, hiding his face (Scott).
(SYN) crouch.
3. to stoop down; cringe.
(SYN) cower.
couch
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v.t. 1. to lay on a couch.
2a. to put in words; express.
Ex. His thoughts were couched in beautiful language.
b. to express obscurely.
3. to lower into a level position ready to attack.
Ex. The knights couched their lance