scope

  1. Noun.  The breadth, depth or reach of a subject; a domain.
  2. Noun.  a device used in aiming a projectile, through which the person aiming looks at the intended target.
  3. Noun.  (computing) The region of program source in which an identifier is meaningful.
  4. Noun.  (slang) Shortened form of periscope, telescope, microscope or oscilloscope.
  5. Verb.  To perform a cursory investigation, as ''to scope out''.
  6. Verb.  (slang) To perform arthroscopic surgery.
  7. Verb.  (slang) To examine under a microscope.

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