Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scootch
verb
/skuːtʃ/
Definition
To move or slide in a particular direction, often in a small or awkward way.
Examples
- Could you scootch over a bit so I can sit down?
- She had to scootch her chair closer to the table.
- After I dropped my pen, I had to scootch back to pick it up.
Meaning
The act of moving oneself or something over slightly, usually to make space or adjust position.
Synonyms
- shove
- slide
- move
- nudge
