Definitions
1.nounAn instance, or the act of suddenly plunging downward."The quality of decision is like the well-timed swoop of a falcon which enables it to strike and destroy its victim. – Sun Tzu"
2.nounA sudden act of seizing.
3.nounA quick passage from one note to the next.
4.verbTo fly or glide downwards suddenly; to plunge (in the air) or nosedive."The lone eagle swooped down into the lake, snatching its prey, a small fish."
5.verbTo move swiftly, as if with a sweeping movement, especially to attack something."The dog had enthusiastically swooped down on the bone."
6.verbTo fall on at once and seize; to catch while on the wing."A hawk swoops a chicken."
7.verbTo seize; to catch up; to take with a sweep.
8.verbTo pass with pomp; to sweep.