Crawling Definition

crawling
noun
  1. a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body; "a crawl was all that the injured man could manage"; "the traffic moved at a creep"

"Crawling" in song lyrics

See how crawling is used in real songs:

  • "Boss Hogg and shot calling and I'm twenty inch crawling"
    Archie Lee — Get Crunk or Get Ghost
  • "Leave your boys crawling"
    Benzino f/ Black Rob — Any Questions
  • "Screens steady falling, 20 inches crawling"
    Billy Cook f/ S.L.A.B. — Kandy Blue

Usage tips for "crawling"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "crawling" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for crawling to find words that pair well.

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