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descope.

To reduce the scope of; to revise objectives downward, sometimes in the context of a funding shortfall.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb
  1. To reduce the scope of; to revise objectives downward, sometimes in the context of a funding shortfall.

    US
Where this word comes from

From de- + scope. First attested in US military and aerospace contexts.

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