score
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noun \ˈskȯr\ plural scores
Definition of SCORE
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or plural score a : twenty b : a group of 20 things —often used in combination with a cardinal number <fourscore> c : an indefinitely large number
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a : a line (as a scratch or incision) made with or as if with a sharp instrument b (1) : a mark used as a starting point or goal (2) : a mark used for keeping account
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a : an account or reckoning originally kept by making marks on a tally b : amount due : indebtedness
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: grudge <a score to settle>
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a : the copy of a musical composition in written or printed notation b : a musical composition; specifically : the music for a movie or theatrical production c : a complete description of a dance composition in choreographic notation
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a : a number that expresses accomplishment (as in a game or test) or excellence (as in quality) either absolutely in points gained or by comparison to a standard b : an act (as a goal, run, or touchdown) in any of various games or contests that gains points
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: success in obtaining something (as money or drugs) especially through illegal or irregular means
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: the stark inescapable facts of a situation <knows the score>
Examples of SCORE
- students with low test scores
- The film's score is by a famous composer.
Origin of SCORE
Middle English scor, from Old Norse skor notch, tally, twenty; akin to Old English scieran to cut — more at shear
First Known Use: 14th century
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Related Words: condemnation; offense (or offence), umbrage; complaint; dudgeon, huff, peeve, pique; despite, hatefulness, malevolence, malice, maliciousness, meanness, nastiness, spite, spitefulness, spleen, venom, viciousness; animosity, antagonism, antipathy, bitterness, enmity, hostility, rancor
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