scoring
verb
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To cut a notch or a groove in a surface.
Example: The baker scored the cake so that the servers would know where to slice it.
To record the tally of points for a game, a match, or an examination.
To obtain something desired.
To provide (a film, etc.) with a musical score.
noun
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The process of keeping score in a sport or contest.
Example: The scoring of a tennis match is overseen by a single referee.
The process of winning points in a sport or contest.
Example: Scoring a basket in basketball is worth two or three points.
The action of scratching paper or other material to make it easier to fold.
A deep groove made by glacial action or similar.
adjective
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Of something or someone that scores.
Example: The highest scoring team will win the match.