swoop

(noun) (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale. Synonyms: slide. Example: "The violinist was indulgent with his swoops and slides."

(noun) a very rapid raid.

(noun) a swift descent through the air.

(verb) move down on as if in an attack. Synonyms: pounce. Examples: "The raptor swooped down on its prey." "The teacher swooped down upon the new students."

(verb) move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc.

(verb) seize or catch with a swooping motion. Synonyms: swoop up.