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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  1. info
  2. scoop
  3. information
  4. tip
  5. rumor
  6. book
Noun
  • When Audrey visits Eli to share insurance info, the encounter descends into a heated argument over who was responsible for the crash.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026
  • He was accused of sharing confidential trade info with Jeffrey Epstein.
    — Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of info
Noun
  • Its chicken salad scoop options include Olivia’s Old South (sweet pickles and egg), Jalapeño Holly, Nutty Nanna (with pecans and cashews) and Barbie Q.
    — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026
  • For a lower-sugar, iron-rich treat, enjoy dark chocolate with a scoop of unsweetened peanut butter.
    — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of scoop
Noun
  • Oeko-Tex’s existing Label Check tool allows shoppers to scan a QR code or enter a certificate number or product ID to verify a label and view the information associated with it.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The Producers Guild of Korea and Italy’s CNA Cinema e Audiovisivo will set up exchange programs and share information on public funding, building on the two countries’ government-level co-production accord.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of information
Noun
  • The staff are attentive and put in a lot of effort, ready to share tips and favourite restaurants, and really go the extra mile to make your stay pleasant and memorable.
    — Julia Wytrazek, TheWeek, 13 Oct. 2026
  • After Collins’ family reported her missing, police followed a tip to the Pham’s unit, nestled behind NoDa’s main strip, and found Collins wrapped in duct tape and stuffed into a mattress.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of tip
Noun
  • Massillon’s medical crisis on Friday prompted rumors that he had been denied medical card by local hospitals.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Osita Nwanevu explains why the rumors of literacy’s death have been greatly exaggerated.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of rumor
Noun
  • This is the room to book if staying a while and traveling with a kid who can comfortably sleep on the large couch on the lower level.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2026
  • There are other things about this book that are insightful and poignant about the nature of being a human.
    — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of book
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“411.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/411. Accessed 15 Oct. 2026.

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