The word "scoping" refers to the process of determining the extent or limits of something. It can mean identifying the specific details, goals, or boundaries of a project, task, or investigation. Full definition
Aug. 2017: Tens of thousands of Bay Area and California residents voice opposition to the proposed Phillips 66 SF Bay marine terminal expansion by submitting comments on the initial scoping of the project under review processes required by the California Environmental Quality Act. (foe.org)
Most recently, she led an early childhood education for sustainability scoping study for the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage, Environmental Trust (Elliott, McCrea, Newsome & Gaul, 2016) and is currently leading two research projects around children's experiences in natural outdoor contexts. (learninghub.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au)
Clients understandably expect law firms to take responsibility for scoping matters because the external lawyers are deemed to have the expert knowledge for handling a matter. (ceelegalmatters.com)