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Meaning of scoot

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

scoot

Pronunciation:

noun

Definitions

  1. A dollar.

  2. A scooter.

  3. A sideways shuffling or sliding motion.

verb

Definitions

  1. To walk fast; to go quickly; to run away hastily.

    Example: They scooted over to the window.

  2. To ride on a scooter.

  3. (of an animal) To move with the forelegs while sitting, so that the floor rubs against its rear end.

    Example: The dog was scooting all over our new carpet.

  4. To move sideways (especially along a seat for multiple people), usually to make room for someone else (to sit, stand, etc.).

    Example: Do you mind scooting a bit to the left?