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Definition of scooch

scooch

/skuːtʃ/
scooch
Plural:scooches
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Past Simple:scooched
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Past Participle:scooched
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Present Participle:scooching
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scooch Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

North American To move or slide a short distance, especially while seated, in order to make room for someone or something.

Example

"Could you scooch over on the bench so I can sit down next to you?"

2

North American To crouch, hunch, or bend down low.

Example

"He had to scooch down to fit through the low doorway into the attic."

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• noun

1

North American A small, sliding movement made to adjust one's position or create space; a slight amount or bit.

Example

"Move your chair just a scooch to the left so everyone can see the screen."

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Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the mid-19th century, 'scooch' is likely an expressive alteration of 'scrooch' (to crouch or huddle), or a blend of 'scoot' and 'crouch'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scooch. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scooch
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