Definition of swoops

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • swoops is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • swoops is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • swoops is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of swoops


  • (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale (noun)

    Examples

    1. the violinist was indulgent with his swoops and slides

    Synonyms

    1. slide
  • seize or catch with a swooping motion (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. swoop up
  • move down on as if in an attack (verb)

    Examples

    1. The raptor swooped down on its prey
    2. The teacher swooped down upon the new students

    Synonyms

    1. pounce
  • a swift descent through the air (noun)
  • a very rapid raid (noun)
  • move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc (verb)

See definition of swoops in Merriam Webster