Scape

/skeɪp/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A view or scene, especially one of picturesque natural beauty or landscape.
The scape from the mountain summit was breathtaking, with valleys stretching as far as the eye could see.
A specific type of landscape or scenery.
The artist painted a beautiful scape of the autumn leaves falling in a serene park.
An expanse or open space.
The vast scape of the desert was both daunting and awe-inspiring.
verb
To escape or run away from a situation.
He managed to scape off from the crowded party unnoticed.

Etymology

The word 'scape' comes from the Old English 'sceapu', meaning 'shape or form'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

escape
To break free from confinement or control.
landscape scape
A view or scene comprising specific features of a landscape.
scenic scape
A beautiful or picturesque view.

Related Words

landscape
The visible features of an area of land, often regarded in terms of their aesthetic appeal.
seascape
A depiction of the sea or ocean in art.

Slang Meanings

A term used in gaming or fantasy to describe an expansive environment.
The game's scape is so vast, you can get lost for hours exploring.
A shortcut or simplified version of a situation.
Let’s just create a scape of what we need to do rather than overthinking it.