Meaning of the word swooping in English

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

swooping

US /ˈswuːpɪŋ/
UK /ˈswuːpɪŋ/

Adjective

moving rapidly downwards through the air

Example:
The eagle made a dramatic swooping dive towards its prey.
We watched the birds make swooping movements over the lake.