Word Meaning

swoop definition and meaning

n. To fall on at once and seize; to catch while on the wing; as, a hawk swoops a chicken.
n. To seize; to catch up; to take with a sweep.
v. i. To descend with closed wings from a height upon prey, as a hawk; to swoop.
v. i. To pass with pomp; to sweep.
n. A falling on and seizing, as the prey of a rapacious bird; the act of swooping.

Crossword clues for swoop

- Dive
- Fly down low
- Pounce
- Pounce (upon)
- Rush (down upon)