Scope

Definition

Scope generally refers to the extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /skoʊp/
• Respelling: SKOHP (with "SKOHP" sounding like "hope")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /skəʊp/
• Respelling: SKOHP (similar to American English, with "SKOHP" sounding like "hope")

In both dialects, "scope" is pronounced with a long "o" sound, ending with a "p." The pronunciation is straightforward and consistent across both American and British English, highlighted by the clear, long "o" sound.

Etymology

The word "scope" is derived from the Italian word "scopo," meaning "aim" or "purpose," which in turn originates from the Greek word "skopos," meaning "target" or "mark."

Derivatives

• Scoping: The action of defining or restricting a particular area of activity.
• Scoped: Having a specified extent or range.
• Microscope: An optical instrument used for viewing very small objects.
• Telescope: An optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer.
• Scopeless: Without a specific range or aim.

Synonyms

• Range
• Breadth
• Extent

Antonyms

• Limitation
• Restriction
• Confinement

Usage

Example: "The scope of the study was limited to urban areas only."

Related Terms

• Field: A particular branch of study or sphere of activity.
• Domain: A specified sphere of activity or knowledge.
• Reach: The extent of an action's effect or influence.

Detailed Definition

Noun

• The extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant:
• Example: "We widened the scope of our investigation to include neighboring regions."

• The opportunity or possibility to do or deal with something:
• Example: "There's a large scope for improvement in the system."

• The length or sweep of a mooring cable or anchor chain, allowing for the rise and fall of the vessel due to the tide or swell:
• Example: "The ship had a scope of about 50 meters."