This is the 721st most frequent French word.
portée
"Portée" in English means "range," "scope," "reach," or "impact," depending on context.
In this context, 'portée' refers to the extent or scope of the rule.
La portée de cette règle est très large.
The scope of this rule is very broad.
Here, 'portée' denotes being carried, in this case referring to the literal carrying action.
Le chat a porté ses petits par la peau du cou.
The cat carried its kittens by the scruff of the neck.
In this sentence, 'portée' describes the importance or significance of the study's impact.