An area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:.
The range of a supersonic jet. A piano has a greater range than the human voice. The ambit of municipal legislation. Within the compass of this article. Within the scope of an investigation. Outside the reach of the law. In the political orbit of a world power. ambit, compass, orbit, range, reach, scope
An attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something.
Her qualifications for the job are excellent. One of the qualifications for admission is an academic degree. She has the makings of fine musician. making, qualification