n. 1. The extent or range of activity, function, power, or competence; scope. See Synonyms at range. 2. a. Range of vision: "Craning her neck, [she] extends her purview to the faculty lounge" (Rachel Kadish). b. Range of understanding or experience. 3. Law a. The body or main part of a statute, as distinguished from its preamble. b. The general scope and coverage of a statute. |
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