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scope

 
 
pronunciation:
skop
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: the range or extent of one's view or thoughts.
Long division is beyond the scope of most first graders.
synonyms:
reach
similar words:
dimension, extent, magnitude, size
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: scopes, scoping, scoped
definition: (slang) to look over or check; examine (often followed by "out").
Let's go scope out the new ice cream shop!
synonyms:
examine, look over, scan
similar words:
assess, contemplate, evaluate, glance at, scrutinize, study
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