mass noun. 1  1The extent of the area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant. âwe widened the scope of our investigationâ. 2  2The opportunity or possibility to do or deal with something. âthe scope for major change is always limited by political realitiesâ.
Long shot. A shot that shows a scene from a distance (but not as great a distance as the establishing shot). A long shot is used to stress the environment or setting of a scene. In filming your science-fiction movie, for example, you might use a long shot to show the monster causing traffic jams and panicked crowds. Medium shot.
noun, Also, one shot. 1. a magazine, brochure, or the like that is published only one time, with no subsequent issues intended, usually containing articles and photographs devoted to one topical subject. 2. a single appearance by a performer, as in a play, motion picture, or television program. 3. a close-up camera shot of one person.