411

noun

ˈfȯr-ˈwən-ˈwən How to pronounce 411 (audio)
Definition of 411next
slang
1
as in info
a report of recent events or facts not previously known received a call from their daughter, who excitedly gave them the 411 on all that had happened to her since arriving on campus

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2
as in scoop
information not generally available to the public a guide that will give you the 411 on what's hot and what's not

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for 411
  1. info
  2. scoop
  3. information
  4. tip
  5. rumor
  6. book
Noun
  • Examples include matchup info, defensive positioning and player tendencies, which teams argued were necessities.
    — Eno Sarris, New York Times, 16 July 2026
  • And the whole family can enjoy the new Bleat & Greet experience with the ranch’s baby goats, which includes cuddle and play time with the baby animals plus info about how the goats are cared for each day.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 14 July 2026
Definition of info
Noun
  • Grab a seat at Piazza della Signoria with a scoop of gelato before climbing Giotto's Bell Tower for that iconic view of Brunelleschi's dome.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026
  • Adding a scoop of protein powder to your coffee is an easy way to significantly increase your protein intake.
    — Trista Chan, Health, 19 July 2026
Definition of scoop
Noun
  • In a statement released Friday, the NFL stated that an investigation concluded that Gold provided confidential information about the Cardinals’ 2026 NFL draft selections before they were publicly announced.
    — Doug Haller, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • Fewer staff has meant all facets of the outbreak investigation have been slowed — from simple data entry to complex laboratory analysis of genetic information.
    — Blake Ellis, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Definition of information
Noun
  • Anyone with information regarding Sayveon’s whereabouts is encouraged to reach out to Army CID’s Carolinas Field Office at 910-391-4911 or submit an anonymous tip to Army CID.
    — Meghan O'Brien, NBC news, 20 July 2026
  • Roomba lifespan facts and tips A Roomba robot vacuum should last between two and five years.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 July 2026
Definition of tip
Noun
  • Bechtel and Healy first sparked romance rumors in September 2023 when they were spotted kissing in New York City.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026
  • Pattinson and Waterhouse first sparked relationship rumors after they were spotted holding hands following a movie date in London.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 18 July 2026
Definition of rumor
Noun
  • The film industry frequently mines the publishing industry for books to turn into films.
    — Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 19 July 2026
  • This comes with early access to RSVP for the tour, as well as a custom mai tai glass and a passport-like book to collect stamps at each home bar.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of book
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“411.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/411. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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