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Rarescooting
The correct spelling is scooting.
How to pronounce scooting
verb
Say it like: Scoo-tin-g
The correct spelling is scooting. To walk fast; to go quickly; to run away hastily. For example: "They scooted over to the window."
Usage Examples
“They scooted over to the window.”
“The dog was scooting all over our new carpet.”
“Do you mind scooting a bit to the left?”
Definition
verb
- 1.To walk fast; to go quickly; to run away hastily.
- 2.To ride on a scooter.
- 3.(of an animal) To move with the forelegs while sitting, so that the floor rubs against its rear end.
- 4.To move sideways (especially along a seat for multiple people), usually to make room for someone else (to sit, stand, etc.).
- 5.To dispatch someone or something at speed.
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