Scoop

/skuːp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A utensil or tool used for lifting or transferring material, typically in a rounded or shovel-like shape.

She used a scoop to serve ice cream into the bowls.

An amount of something taken up by a scoop.

He added a scoop of protein powder to his smoothie.

A news story published before anyone else has it, especially a sensational or exclusive story.

The journalist got the scoop on the mayor's scandal before the other papers.

verb

To lift or move (something) with a scoop.

He scooped the sand into the bucket with his hands.

To obtain or acquire information or news before others.

The reporter scooped the competition by breaking the news first.

Middle English 'scoop', from Old Norse 'skop', meaning 'to scoop or seize'.

get the scoop

To obtain the latest information or news.

scoop up

To gather or collect quickly.

scoop the competition

To gain an advantage over competitors in obtaining information or clients.

shovel

A tool used for digging, lifting, or moving material.

ladle

A large, deep spoon used for serving liquids.

A piece of inside information or a news story that is exclusive.

Did you hear the scoop about their breakup?

To take or steal something.

He scooped up all the leftover pizza.