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British pronunciation
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Definition & Meaning of "score"

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.
1.1

the result of an exam that is shown by a letter or number

score definition and meaning
02

a written or printed version of a musical composition consisting of all the vocal and instrumental sections

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.

2.1

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.
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the facts about an actual situation

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grounds

06

the act of scoring in a game or sport

07

a seduction culminating in sexual intercourse

08

a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation

09

a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)

10

an amount due (as at a restaurant or bar)

to score
01

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

Transitive: to score a point or goal
Intransitive
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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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