1. lifting or moving something with a curved or hollow tool or motion
Usage: present participle of scoop
2. picking up or gathering quickly
Usage: present participle of scoop
3. reporting news before competitors
Usage: journalism; present participle of scoop

1. the action of lifting or moving with a curved motion

Examples

• She was scooping ice cream into bowls for dessert.
• The child enjoyed scooping sand into his bucket at the beach.
• He was scooping up the fallen leaves with his hands.
• The reporter was scooping the competition with breaking news.
• The scooping motion helped her gather all the ingredients quickly.
• They were scooping water out of the boat with a bucket.
• The careful scooping of the batter ensured even cupcakes.