n.
Pronunciation: ' sküp
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 gouging
2 a : the action of scooping b : the amount contained by a scoop
3 a : a hollow place : CAVITY b : a part forming or surrounding an opening for channeling a fluid (as air) into a desired path
4 a : information especially of immediate interest b : BEAT 5B
5 : a rounded and usually low-cut neckline on a woman's garment ― called also scoop neck
– scoop · ful \ - ˌ fu ̇ l \ noun