Meaning of 'swoop'

Find the meaning of the word ‘swoop’

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Meaning of ‘swoop’

6 definitions found.

swoop

noun

a swift descent through the air

noun

a very rapid raid

noun

rapid sliding up or down the musical scale

Example: "The violinist was indulgent with their swoops and slides."

Synonyms: slide

verb

seize or catch with a swooping motion

Synonyms: swoop up

verb

move down on as if in an attack

Example: "The raptor swooped down on its prey"

Synonyms: pounce

verb

move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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