scoop
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /skuːp/
KK: /skup/
noun
Definition
A utensil or tool used to lift or serve food, often shaped like a spoon, or a quantity of food that is lifted with this tool.
Example
She used a scoop to serve the ice cream into the bowl.
Conversation
Can you pass me that scoop for the ice cream?
Sure! I love using that scoop for serving desserts.
It really makes it easier to get the perfect portion.
Exactly! Plus, it looks nice when serving guests.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ladle
shovel
spoon
Antonyms
pour
spill
scatter
transitive verb
Definition
To gather or collect something quickly, often using a tool or by hand.
Example
She used a scoop to gather the ice cream into bowls.
Tense Forms
Past: scooped
Past Participle: scooped
Conversation
Did you see how fast she could scoop up those ice cream cones?
I know, right? I was impressed!
I wish I could scoop that quickly when I serve ice cream at the party.
Root Explanation
Scoop → The word 'scoop' originates from Old English 'scofan', meaning to scoop or to scrape. It refers to the action of digging or removing something with a tool or by hand.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'scofan' which means to scrape or dig — that's why 'scoop' refers to the action of removing something.
Visually Confused Words
scroop
coop
scollop
schloop
swoop
stoop
snoop
sloop