Answer: crawling

AnswerCrossword Clue
CRAWLINGMoppet's movement
crawling(of a person) Move forward on the hands and knees or by dragging the body close to the ground
crawling(of paint or other liquid) Move after application to form an uneven layer over the surface below
crawling(of an insect or small animal) Move slowly along a surface
crawlingBehave obsequiously or ingratiatingly in the hope of gaining someone's favor
crawlingBe covered or crowded with insects or people, to an extent that is disgusting or objectionable
crawlingCRAWL, to move with the body close to the ground
crawlingSwim using the crawl
crawling(of a vehicle) Move at an unusually slow pace