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Meaning of swoop
noun
- An instance, or the act of suddenly plunging downward. Example: The quality of decision is like the well-timed swoop of a falcon which enables it to strike and destroy its victim. – Sun Tzu
- A sudden act of seizing.
- A quick passage from one note to the next.
verb
- To fly or glide downwards suddenly; to plunge (in the air) or nosedive. Example: The lone eagle swooped down into the lake, snatching its prey, a small fish.
- To move swiftly, as if with a sweeping movement, especially to attack something. Example: The dog had enthusiastically swooped down on the bone.
- To fall on at once and seize; to catch while on the wing. Example: A hawk swoops a chicken.
- To seize; to catch up; to take with a sweep.
- To pass with pomp; to sweep.
Source: Free Dictionary API.
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