Synonyms for Sit (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (work or act as a baby-sitter):
baby-sit
WordNet sense 2 (assume a posture as for artistic purposes):
model, pose, posture
WordNet sense 3 (take a seat):
sit down
WordNet sense 4 (sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions):
ride
WordNet sense 5 (show to a seat; assign a seat for):
seat
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