Main Entry:

¹scoop

Pronunciation:

\ˈsküp\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English scope, from Middle Dutch schope; akin to Old High German skepfen to shape — more at shape

Date:

14th century

1 a: a large ladle b: a deep shovel or similar implement for digging, dipping, or shoveling c: a usually hemispherical utensil for dipping food d: a small spoon-shaped utensil or instrument for cutting or gouging2 a: the action of scooping b: the amount contained by a scoop3 a: a hollow place : cavity b: a part forming or surrounding an opening for channeling a fluid (as air) into a desired path4 a: information especially of immediate interest b: beat 5b5: a rounded and usually low-cut neckline on a woman's garment —called also scoop neck

— scoop·ful \-ˌfu̇l\ noun