English · Work & Business
scope
/skoʊp/
[/skoʊp/]
extent of work
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The extent of the area, subject matter, or work that something deals with.
Example
Adding new features expanded the project scope well beyond the original agreement.
Adding new features expanded the project scope well beyond the original agreement.
Etymology
From Greek 'skopos' (target, watcher); the 'extent' sense is established in modern usage.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in project management and contracts.