To gently touch the surface of a liquid or powdered substance and lift a portion of it, often using a hand or utensil, without disturbing the entire mass.

To extract something that is floating or suspended in a liquid using a tool such as a net or ladle, typically in a way that aims for precision in retrieving only the desired material.

To draw upward in a curved motion from below, often applied to actions involving lifting or scooping with one's feet or other appendages, emphasizing an upward and outward motion.