Definition & Meaning of "Stoop"

Stoop

/stˈuːp/

/ˈstup/

to bend the upper side of one's body forward

to habitually have the head and shoulders bent forward

(of a bird of prey) to descend or dive towards a target or quarry during an attack

to cause something to bend or incline downward

to compromise one's moral principles or integrity by engaging in actions, behaviors, or decisions that are considered morally inferior

an inclination of the top half of the body forward and downward

a raised area that has steps and is located just outside the door of a house

basin for holy water

Example

In the cramped attic, the explorer had to stoop to navigate through the narrow space.

When talking to the child, the adult would stoop to get on the same eye level.

She had to stoop to pick up the fallen papers from the floor.

The elderly man stooped to tie his shoelaces, struggling with the task due to his stiff joints.

To enter the small doorway, everyone had to stoop slightly to avoid hitting their heads.

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