score
score
skɔr
skawr
British pronunciation
/skɔː/

Definition & Meaning of "score"in English

Score
01

a number representing the points, goals, etc. a player achieves in a competition or game

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Everyone at the party was surprised by the high score in the card game.
The disappointing golf course score motivated him to practice more.
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the result of an exam that is shown by a letter or number

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She received a perfect score on the exam.
The student 's score improved after extra tutoring.
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a written representation of a musical composition, showing parts for different instruments on separate staves

What is a "score"?

A score is a written or printed version of a musical composition that shows all the parts or voices arranged on separate staffs. It provides a comprehensive view of the entire piece, allowing musicians and conductors to see how different parts of the music fit together. Scores include details such as notes, rhythms, dynamics, and articulations, and are used for rehearsals and performances to ensure that all parts of the composition are played correctly and cohesively.

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The orchestra rehearsed from the full score.
The composer prepared a score for the symphony.
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the music composed for a movie

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The composer received critical acclaim for his hauntingly beautiful score for the epic film.
The orchestra rehearsed tirelessly to perfect the intricate score for the upcoming ballet performance.
03

a set or group of twenty or approximately twenty people or things

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The farmer harvested a score of apples from his orchard.
The teacher divided the students into scores for the class activity.
04

facts or details about an actual situation

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He gave me the score on the company's plans.
What 's the score on the negotiations?
05

the action of earning points in a game or sport

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She attempted a risky shot, and the score came after a tense few seconds.
Each successful kick added to the score during the game.
06

a sexual conquest or seduction resulting in intercourse

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He bragged about his latest score.
The novel depicts a young man chasing his scores.
07

a grievance or resentment strong enough to justify retaliation

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He had a score against his former business partner.
Old scores sometimes affect new relationships.
08

a slight cut, groove, or notch, often made to keep a tally

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The carpenter made a score to guide the saw.
He kept scores on the wall to track days.
09

an amount due, often for food, drink, or minor debts

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He ran up a score at the bar.
She paid her score after lunch.
to score
01

to gain a point, goal, etc. in a game, competition, or sport

Transitive: to score a point or goal
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He scored a goal in the final minute.
Maria scored three points with that move.
02

to make shallow cuts or marks on a surface

Transitive: to score a surface
to score definition and meaning
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The baker used a knife to score the bread dough before baking for an even rise.
To facilitate folding, she decided to score the cardboard along the intended crease lines.
03

to assign or determine a rating to be given to a competitor's performance

Transitive: to score a competitor or their performance
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As the judges, we need to carefully score each dancer based on their technique, style, and overall performance.
The panel of referees will score each gymnast's routine to determine the winner of the competition.
04

to be assigned a certain numerical value as indicator of quality of performance

Transitive: to score a numerical value
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A successful three-point shot in basketball can score three points.
Correctly answering a difficult question will score ten points in the trivia competition.
05

to successfully engage in a sexual encounter, typically of a casual nature

Intransitive: to score with sb
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After chatting for a while at the party, he managed to score with one of the guests.
His smooth talking and charm helped him score with a stranger he met online.
06

to write or compose music, typically for various instruments or voices

Transitive: to score music
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The composer scores a beautiful symphony for the orchestra.
He scored music for films, creating memorable soundtracks throughout his career.
07

to gain an advantage that makes one ultimately succeed

Transitive: to score an advantage
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Despite the challenging conditions, her perseverance helped her score a promotion at work.
By leveraging his connections and skills, he managed to score a lucrative business deal.
08

to record or keep track of the points, goals, or runs achieved by players or teams during a game or contest

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He will score the game during the match tonight.
She is scoring the points for both teams.
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to successfully obtain or achieve something desired

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He scored tickets to the sold-out concert.
She scored a promotion after months of hard work.
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