range

range · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The area of variation between upper and lower limits.

  2. 2.

    A variety of different things of the same general type.

  3. 3.

    The maximum distance over which something can operate.

  4. 4.

    A row or line of mountains.

  5. 5.

    A large open area for grazing or hunting.

  6. 6.

    A place for practicing shooting.

  7. 7.

    Vary or extend between specified limits.

  8. 8.

    Travel over a wide area.

Forms

plural: ranges

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    range of — A variety or extent of.
  • •
    out of range — Beyond the maximum distance.
  • •
    in the range of — Approximately.
  • •
    free-range — (Of animals) allowed to roam freely.
  • •
    within range — Close enough to be affected.

Related words

See also: extent, scope, span, variety
Synonyms: extent, scope, span, variety

Etymology

From Old French range ("row, line, rank"), from rangier ("to arrange in a row"), of Germanic origin.