Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scoot

verb
/skuːt/
Definition
To move quickly or hurriedly.
Examples
  • I had to scoot out of the meeting to catch my bus.
  • When the teacher walked in, the students scooted to their seats.
  • After the show ended, we all scooted to the exit to beat the crowd.
Meaning
Scoot means to hurry away, typically in a quick and light manner.
Synonyms
  • dash
  • hurry
  • bolt
  • race
  • zip