scoot
5 synonyms for scoot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To move quickly, especially to leave in a hurry.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use scoot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
scoot over
scoot along
time to scoot
Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly from Old Norse skjóta, "to shoot," or related to older English words for scampering quickly.
Full origin of scoot →Frequently asked questions
What does “scoot” mean?
The word “scoot” means to move quickly, especially to leave in a hurry. In plain terms, to move fast or slide over — used both for a quick exit and for shuffling sideways.
How do you pronounce “scoot”?
“Scoot” is pronounced skoot (/skuːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “scoot” in a sentence?
Here is “scoot” used in a sentence: “I need to scoot — my meeting starts in five minutes.”
What part of speech is “scoot”?
“Scoot” is a verb.
Where does the word “scoot” come from?
The word “scoot” comes from Old Norse. Origin uncertain; possibly from Old Norse skjóta, "to shoot," or related to older English words for scampering quickly.
How many meanings does “scoot” have?
“Scoot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move quickly, especially to leave in a hurry.
