1. The extent, range, or limits within which something (such as a law, regulation, agreement, or rule) applies or is valid
The scope of application of this directive covers all member states of the European Union.
O âmbito de aplicação desta diretiva abrange todos os Estados-membros da União Europeia.
2. The boundaries that define which persons, entities, situations, or areas are subject to or affected by a particular instrument or provision
We need to clarify the scope of application of the new employment contract regulations.
Precisamos esclarecer o âmbito de aplicação das novas regulamentações sobre contratos de trabalho.