Score

/skɔːr/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A record of points gained in a game or sport.
The final score of the match was 3-2.
A written form of music for an orchestra or ensemble.
The conductor reviewed the score before the rehearsal.
A number of points awarded for achievements or performance.
She received a high score on her exam.
verb
To gain points in a game or sport.
He managed to score the winning goal in the last minute.
To write out the music for a musical composition.
The composer was excited to score the film's soundtrack.
To achieve a particular number or grade in a test or evaluation.
I hope to score well on my upcoming test.

Etymology

Middle English 'scoren', from Old French 'escorer', from Latin 'excordare' meaning to count.

Common Phrases and Expressions

score a goal
To successfully score points in a game.
score high
To achieve a high mark or level of success.
on the score of
In consideration of; by reason of.
score points
To gain an advantage or achieve a favorable result.
to even the score
To create a balance or equalize the outcome.

Related Words

scoring
The action of calculating points in a game.
scoreboard
A board for displaying the score of a game.
scorer
A person who scores points.
scoreline
The current score of a game.

Slang Meanings

To achieve something desirable, especially in a romantic context.
He really scored with her after their first date.
To obtain illicit drugs.
He went out to score some weed.