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Dictionary Entry

stoop

verb

Find the meaning of the word stoop, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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To bend your body forward and downward, often from the waist, or to lower your head and shoulders.

Example Sentence

He had to stoop to pick up the dropped pen.

Usage Note

You use "stoop" to describe the action of bending your body forward and downward, for example, to pick something up, tie your shoes, or pass under a low ceiling. It can also refer to a habitual posture where someone's shoulders are rounded forward.