Stoop Definition & Meaning
stoop
- noun
- an inclination of the top half of the body forward and downward
- basin for holy water
- small porch or set of steps at the front entrance of a house
- verb
- bend one's back forward from the waist on down; "he crouched down"; "She bowed before the Queen"; "The young man stooped to pick up the girl's purse"
- debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way; "I won't stoop to reading other people's mail"
- descend swiftly, as if on prey; "The eagle stooped on the mice in the field"
- sag, bend, bend over or down; "the rocks stooped down over the hiking path"
- carry oneself, often habitually, with head, shoulders, and upper back bent forward; "The old man was stooping but he could walk around without a cane"
"Stoop" in song lyrics
See how stoop is used in real songs:
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"You was strapped, then positioned on the stoop"
Beanie Sigel f/ Redman — One Shot Deal -
"Caught AIDS lived her last days on the stoop"
Big Shug — What You Gonna Do -
"Eating steaks and french fries on the stoop"
Chief Kamachi — This Man
Words that rhyme with stoop
Usage tips for "stoop"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stoop" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stoop to find words that pair well.