Etymology · Proto-Indo-European
*speḱ-
3 English words descend from Proto-Indo-European *speḱ-, most common first.
- scopeThe breadth, depth or reach of a subject; the extent of applicability or relevance; a domain, purview or remit.
- spyA person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).
- espyTo find out or observe (someone or something, especially if not easy to see) by spying or looking; to catch sight of; to see; to spot.