adj. Represented as lying down with the head raised.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Lying down with head erect; squatting.
adj. Lying down with the head raised, which distinguishes the posture of couchant from that of dormant, or sleeping; -- said of a lion or other beast.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Lying down; crouching; not erect.
Sleeping in a place; staying.
In heraldry, lying down with the head raised, which distinguishes the posture of couchant from that of dormant, or sleeping: applied to a lion or other beast.
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adj. lying on the stomach with head raised with legs pointed forward
Word Usage
"“The crest is a Stag couchant, vulnerated through the neck by a broad arrow; on his side is a Martlett for a difference.”"