Meaning of the word scoop in English

What does scoop mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

scoop

US /skuːp/

UK /skuːp/

a short news report of an event that is important and is reported before it is known by other newspapers or television and radio companies

Example:

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The newspaper got a major scoop on the scandal.

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She was proud of her latest scoop.

Synonym:

exclusive break revelation disclosure expose

a tool like a large spoon with a deep bowl, used for taking up and serving food such as ice cream, mashed potatoes, or rice

Example:

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Could you hand me the ice cream scoop?

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She used a large scoop to serve the rice.

Synonym:

ladle spoon dipper

the amount of something that a scoop can hold

Example:

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Add one scoop of protein powder to the shake.

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He ordered two scoops of chocolate ice cream.

Synonym:

portion serving dollop

to pick up or remove something with a scoop or as if with a scoop

Example:

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He used a shovel to scoop the dirt into the wheelbarrow.

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She carefully scooped the baby bird back into its nest.

Synonym:

ladle spoon shovel lift gather

to win a competition or award, especially unexpectedly or by a large margin

Example:

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The underdog team managed to scoop the championship.

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She scooped up all the awards at the ceremony.

Synonym:

win gain secure capture clinch