(music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale; the violinist was indulgent with his swoops and slides

[ Syn: slide ]

a very rapid raid

a swift descent through the air

move down on as if in an attack; The raptor swooped down on its prey; The teacher swooped down upon the new students

[ Syn: pounce ]

move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc

seize or catch with a swooping motion

[ Syn: swoop up ]