"scopey" meaning in English

See scopey in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

Forms: more scopey [comparative], most scopey [superlative]
Etymology: scope + -y Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|scope|y}} scope + -y Head templates: {{en-adj}} scopey (comparative more scopey, superlative most scopey)
  1. Of a horse: capable of performing jumps in a stylish and skilful manner.
    Sense id: en-scopey-en-adj-pUioPqAy Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms suffixed with -y

Alternative forms

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