Scope
volume
British pronunciation/skə‌ʊp/
American pronunciation/skoʊp/

Definition & Meaning of "scope"

Scope
01

a magnifier of images of distant objects

scope definition and meaning
02

an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control

03

an optical instrument typically used for viewing distant objects, consisting of a tube with lenses or mirrors that magnify and enhance the visibility of the object being observed

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The sniper used a high-powered scope to accurately target distant enemies on the battlefield.
Birdwatchers often use a scope to observe and identify birds in their natural habitats.
04

the state of the environment in which a situation exists

05

the extent or range of meaning that a word, phrase, or grammatical construction has within a sentence or discourse

What is "scope"?

In linguistics, scope refers to the range or extent that a word, phrase, or operator, such as a negation or quantifier, affects within a sentence. For example, in the sentence "All students did not pass the exam," the scope of "not" can change the meaning. It could mean that none of the students passed, or that not all students passed. Understanding scope is important for clarifying the intended meaning of a sentence, as different interpretations can arise depending on how far the influence of a word or phrase extends.

06

the opportunity or capacity to do or achieve something

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The new project gives us greater scope to explore different creative solutions.
His job offers little scope for personal growth, so he's considering a career change.
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