SWOOP

/ˈswuːp/

5-letter word · 10 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points

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O 1
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Meaning of SWOOP

noun
  1. An instance, or the act of suddenly plunging downward.
    "The quality of decision is like the well-timed swoop of a falcon which enables it to strike and destroy its victim. – Sun Tzu"
  2. A sudden act of seizing.
verb
  1. To fly or glide downwards suddenly; to plunge (in the air) or nosedive.
    "The lone eagle swooped down into the lake, snatching its prey, a small fish."
  2. To move swiftly, as if with a sweeping movement, especially to attack something.
    "The dog had enthusiastically swooped down on the bone."
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Anagrams of SWOOP

woops10

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About the word SWOOP

Is "SWOOP" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "SWOOP" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "SWOOP" worth?

In Scrabble, "SWOOP" is worth 10 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 30.

What does "SWOOP" mean?

An instance, or the act of suddenly plunging downward.

What are the anagrams of "SWOOP"?

1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as SWOOP: WOOPS.