Scop: meaning, definitions and examples

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scop

[ skəʊp ]

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in business

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

Synonyms

breadth, extent, range, reach

Examples of usage

The report covers a wide scope of issues.
This project is beyond the scope of my expertise.

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in research

To look for something, typically using a tool or instrument for observation.

Synonyms

examine, explore, survey

Examples of usage

We will scope the area for potential threats.
The researchers scoped out the best location for the experiment.

Translations

Translations of the word "scop" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alcance

🇮🇳 दायरा

🇩🇪 Bereich

Umfang
Reichweite

🇮🇩 jangkauan

🇺🇦 обсяг

масштаб
сфера

🇵🇱 zakres

🇯🇵 範囲 (はんい)

🇫🇷 portée

champ
étendue

🇪🇸 alcance

🇹🇷 kapsam

🇰🇷 범위

🇸🇦 نطاق

🇨🇿 rozsah

🇸🇰 rozsah

🇨🇳 范围 (fànwéi)

🇸🇮 obseg

🇮🇸 umfang

🇰🇿 ауқым

🇬🇪 მასშტაბი

🇦🇿 əhatə dairəsi

🇲🇽 alcance

Word origin

The word 'scope' originates from the Italian word 'scopo', meaning 'aim' or 'purpose'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. Over time, the meaning expanded to include the extent or range of something. Today, 'scope' is commonly used in various fields such as business, research, and technology.