scoping

American  

[skoh-ping] / ˈskoʊ pɪŋ /

noun

1. Slang. the act or practice of eyeing or examining, as in order to evaluate or appreciate.

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adjective

1. of or involving an investigation or discussion to determine the effect a proposed policy or project would have on a community or the local environment.

   The public is invited to the scoping meeting on the proposed new refinery.

Etymology

Origin of scoping

scope + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The Treasury appeared to be scoping out the possibility of buying yen, which would raise the value of the Japanese currency against the U.S. dollar.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Published under the title "Microplastics and Global Warming: A Hidden Climate Threat Uncovered in a New Perspective," the study provides a scoping review of existing research.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

The companies are currently scoping out demand and seeking commitments from customers in what is known as an “open season.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2025

Kristin Carlson, a prospective first-time buyer in the Boise area, has been scoping out the market for four years, while renting in the meantime.

From BBC • Sep. 17, 2025

Alec was shining the face of the workpad in different directions, scoping out the area.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner