To keep out of sight stealthily, often with sinister or cowardly intent.

• To move furtively to avoid being noticed.

To evade a duty, responsibility, or confrontation.

• To shirk by staying out of the way.

A group of foxes.

• By extension, a group of sly or secretive people.

The act or instance of skulking.

• A stealthy or furtive way of moving.

A person who evades duties or responsibilities.

• A shirker.