scoop
noun
\ ˈsküp
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Definition of scoop
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a large ladle
b
: a deep shovel or similar implement for digging, dipping, or shoveling
c
: a usually hemispherical utensil for dipping food
d
: a small spoon-shaped utensil or instrument for cutting or gouging
2a
: the action of scooping
b
: the amount contained by a scoop
3a
: a hollow place : cavity
b
: a part forming or surrounding an opening for channeling a fluid (such as air) into a desired path
4a
: information especially of immediate interest
b
: beat sense 5b
5
: a rounded and usually low-cut neckline on a woman's garment
— called also scoop neck
scoop
verb
scooped;
scooping;
scoops
Definition of scoop (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: to take out or up with or as if with a scoop : dip
b
: to pick up quickly or surreptitiously with or as if with a sweep of the hand
—often used with up scoop up the treat
2
: to empty by ladling out the contents
3
: to make hollow : dig out
4
: beat sense 5a(2)
scooped the rival newspaper
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Other Words from scoop
Noun
scoopful
\ ˈsküp-ˌfu̇l
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noun
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noun
Verb
scoopable
\ ˈskü-pə-bəl
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adjective
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adjective
scooper
noun
Synonyms for scoop
Synonyms: Noun
Synonyms: Verb
bucket, dip, lade, ladle, spoon
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Examples of scoop in a Sentence
Noun
a backhoe with a large scoop The story turned out to be the political scoop of the year. She always knows the scoop. Here's the scoop on how to clean leather.Verb
She has a job scooping ice cream. He scooped flour into the bowl. A backhoe was scooping dirt from the hole. The children scooped handfuls of marbles from the pile. He scooped the dice off the table and rolled again. Scoop a hole in the dough for the filling. The city's biggest newspaper got scooped by a weekly paper that released the story a full day before.
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Snow Cap Mini Waffle Sundae: Mini waffle topped with a scoop of Izzy’s cream cheese ice cream, warm real maple syrup and a maraschino cherry. — Nancy Ngo, Twin Cities, "The new State Fair foods and where to find them," 20 Aug. 2019 Guests can even get a rich twist on their caffeine boost with a scoop of ice cream in an iced coffee. — Catalina Righter, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "11 ice cream spots in Carroll County to check off your list," 9 July 2019 Top each round of dough with a scoop of the chicken mixture and sprinkle each with the cheese. — Laura Rege, Good Housekeeping, "Buffalo Ranch Chicken Bombs," 7 May 2019 Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. — Aleksandra Crapanzano, WSJ, "A Luscious, Low-Maintenance Alternative to Apple Pie," 21 Nov. 2018 After chilling thoroughly in the refrigerator, the soup is served elegantly in bowls with a small scoop of coconut sorbet and a shower of fresh mint. — Ellie Krieger, charlotteobserver, "This dessert could be cooler than ice cream on a hot day," 3 July 2018 What's better than drinking a cup of coffee with a scoop of ice cream? — Hannah Kirby, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "South Milwaukee's Avenue Coffeehouse blends California vibes with Milwaukee brew," 13 June 2018 Cookies a la mode: Tuesday, May 15, at 1 p.m. Choose from an assortment of cookies to enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. — Courant Community, "Community News For The South Windsor Edition," 8 May 2018 An alternative is a bowl of overnight oats with a scoop of egg-white protein, or just three egg whites scrambled with two pieces of rice toast. — Luke Darby, GQ, "The Real-Life Diet of Reggie Watts, Who Is Very Funny and Very Ripped," 8 May 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
One of his most memorable moments with the Hoops came in the club's 2-1 win over Barcelona at Parkhead, in which Forster scooped the man-of-the-match award to hand the Bhoys one of their greatest Champions League scalps. — SI.com, "Fraser Forster Nears Celtic Return After Undergoing Medical Ahead of Southampton Departure," 22 Aug. 2019 The restaurant’s choice whip of fish roe, lemon juice and olive oil, scooped up with warm pita, could pass for a cloud. — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, "Tom Sietsema’s 8 favorite places to eat right now," 21 Aug. 2019 Ten hotshot crews, two air retardant tankers and four water-scooping aircraft had arrived or were en route. — Annie Zak, Anchorage Daily News, "As Southcentral Alaska winds ease, crews battling Susitna Valley wildfire work to gain control," 20 Aug. 2019 Sanders also fumbled, losing the football after scooping up a fumble by Atlanta quarterback Matt Simms. — Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, "State NFL Roundup: Troy rookie making impression with Bengals," 19 Aug. 2019 Besides, other than the stance, the hood scoops and that lusty V8 soundtrack, a solid-color Durango would be almost stealthy. — Jeff Yip, Houston Chronicle, "Dodge plays to muscle car niche with power, technology," 16 Aug. 2019 Thomas Whiteside At her table, Delevingne picks at her salad and scoops up avocado from Benson’s plate with bits of breadstick. — Julia Felsenthal, Marie Claire, "Cara Delevingne Bares All," 13 Aug. 2019 Slice the potatoes once down the middle to form a space to put toppings, scoop a little of the potato out to create room for toppings. — Brittany Anas, The Know, "What Colorado’s top chefs cook when they go camping," 12 Aug. 2019 Soon, the San Diego Zoo Global Wildlife Conservancy writes, Victoria scooped up some mud and deposited it on Edward’s back, protecting his sensitive skin from the sun and insects. — Meilan Solly, Smithsonian, "Artificially Conceived Southern White Rhino Offers Hope for Critically Endangered Cousin," 1 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'scoop.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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