Scoot/skuːt/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Sudden Movement Use 'scoot' to describe a quick, smooth action, often to avoid being noticed. She scooted behind the sofa as her mom entered. Pro Tip 2/3Casual Tone 'Scoot' is informal and suitable for casual conversations, not formal writing. Can you scoot over a bit? Pro Tip 3/3Physical Space Commonly used when asking someone to make space by moving. Scoot over, there's no room to sit!