lurking

lurk-ing · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    Remaining hidden so as to wait in ambush; moving furtively.

  2. 2.

    Remaining hidden, especially with sinister intent.

  3. 3.

    (figurative) Being present in a latent or barely noticeable form.

  4. 4.

    (internet slang) Reading posts on an online forum or chat without participating.

Related words

Antonyms: appearing, emerging
See also: lurk, prowl, skulk
Synonyms: hiding, prowling, skulking

Etymology

From Middle English lurken ("to lie hidden"), possibly of Scandinavian origin.