scope

noun
UK: /skəʊp/
US: /skoʊp/

  1. The extent of an area or subject that something deals with or to which it is relevant.

    1. The scope of the project is limited to the first phase. [ ] [ ]
    2. We need to define the scope of the investigation before we begin looking for clues. [ ] [ ]

  2. The opportunity or possibility to do something.

    1. There is little scope for improving the current system. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new regulations provide scope for businesses to expand their operations. [ ] [ ]

  3. An instrument for observing or examining objects.

    1. The doctor used a scope to examine my ear. [ ] [ ]
    2. Telescopes provide a wider scope of the universe to astronomers. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

limit extent opportunity area range
scope verb

  1. Assess or investigate something.

    1. We will scope out the area for potential problems. [ ] [ ]
    2. Before starting, let's scope the project to see if it's feasible within budget. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "scope" in English means: The extent of an area or subject that something deals with or to which it is relevant., The opportunity or possibility to do something., An instrument for observing or examining objects..

The phonetic transcription of "scope" is /skəʊp/ in British English and /skoʊp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "scope": limit, extent, opportunity, area, range.

Example usage of "scope": "The scope of the project is limited to the first phase.". More examples on the page.