lurch

The losing position of a cribbage player who has not passed the halfway mark at the end of the game.

(in the lurch) In a difficult or embarrassing position.

To make an abrupt sudden movement.

To move with abrupt movements; move haltingly or jerkily. synonym: blunder.

To roll or pitch suddenly or erratically.

A staggering or tottering movement or gait.

An abrupt rolling or pitching.

To swallow or devour; eat up; consume.

An old game, the nature of which is unknown.