Meaning of scoring in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

verb

• To cut a notch or a groove in a surface.

  Example: The baker scored the cake so that the servers would know where to slice it.

• To record the tally of points for a game, a match, or an examination.

• To obtain something desired.

• To provide (a film, etc.) with a musical score.

noun

• The process of keeping score in a sport or contest.

  Example: The scoring of a tennis match is overseen by a single referee.

• The process of winning points in a sport or contest.

  Example: Scoring a basket in basketball is worth two or three points.

• The action of scratching paper or other material to make it easier to fold.

• A deep groove made by glacial action or similar.

adjective

• Of something or someone that scores.

  Example: The highest scoring team will win the match.