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a utensil shaped like a deep spoon or ladle for taking up or serving portions
What is a "scoop"?
A scoop is a versatile utensil typically characterized by a deep, bowl-shaped head attached to a handle. It is commonly used for lifting and transferring solid or semi-solid substances, such as ice cream, cookie dough, or grains. Scoops come in various sizes and materials, including metal, plastic, or even wood, and they may feature flat or curved bottoms depending on their intended use. Some scoops have mechanical mechanisms, like triggers or levers, for releasing the contents cleanly.
the amount contained in or taken by a single dip or lift with a small shovel-like utensil called a scoop
the digging bucket or receptacle attached to a dredge, backhoe, or similar machine
a street name for a recreational or illicit drug known as gamma hydroxybutyrate
a piece of news reported by a news agency sooner than other media channels or newspapers
What is a "scoop"?
A scoop is a news story that is reported before others, giving a particular news outlet or journalist exclusive coverage of an event or topic. It is often considered a significant achievement in journalism, as it provides the public with information that has not yet been widely reported. A scoop can involve breaking news, uncovering hidden facts, or offering a unique perspective on an issue. Journalists and media organizations compete to secure scoops, as they can attract attention, increase credibility, and enhance the reputation of the reporters and the publication.
a cavity or hollow formed by digging or cutting out material
to lift or remove something using a tool with a hollowed surface
to obtain and report on information before others do
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