The term 'scope out' is a phrase that means to investigate or examine something closely. The crossword solutions for this term are 'CASE' (4 letters), 'EYEBALL' (7 letters), 'ASSESS' (6 letters) and 'OGLE' (4 letters). 'CASE' can refer to an investigation, while 'EYEBALL' implies looking at something with one's eyes. 'ASSESS' means to evaluate or judge, and 'OGLE' means to look at something with admiration or desire. Together, these words suggest that the phrase 'scope out' means to investigate something thoroughly and make a judgment about it.