<p><strong>Verb (used without object):</strong></p><ul><li>to lie or keep in hiding, as for some evil reason.</li><li>to move in a stealthy manner; slink.</li><li>to shirk duty; malinger.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun:</strong></p><ul><li>a person who skulks.</li><li>a pack or group of foxes.</li><li>an act or instance of skulking.</li></ul>