1. (n.) That at which one aims; the thing or end to which the mind directs its view; that which is purposed to be reached or accomplished; hence, ultimate design, aim, or purpose; intention; drift; object.

2. (n.) Room or opportunity for free outlook or aim; space for action; amplitude of opportunity; free course or vent; liberty; range of view, intent, or action.

3. (n.) Extended area.

4. (n.) Length; extent; sweep; as, scope of cable.

5. (v. t.) To look at for the purpose of evaluation; usually with out; as, to scope out the area as a camping site.

6. (n.) A combining form usually signifying an instrument for viewing (with the eye) or observing (in any way); as in microscope, telescope, altoscope, anemoscope.

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