I. ˈkrüs adjective
Etymology: Middle English, probably from Middle Low German krūse confused, mixed-up, curly; akin to Middle High German krūs curly, Old High German krol — more at curl
1. chiefly Scot & Irish
a. : bold , confident
b. : cocky
2. chiefly Scot & Irish : brisk , lively , cheerful
• crouse·ly adverb
II. adverb
chiefly Scot & Irish : boldly , briskly — often used with craw or crack
he wouldn't have crawed so crouse if he'd known