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@@ -100,7 +100,7 @@ Commit _types_ besides `fix` and `feat` are:
 
 The following _scopes_ are known for this project. A Conventional Commits commit message may optionally use one of the following scopes or none:
 
-- `snip eit`: A change to how the `snipeit` service component works
+- `snipeit`: A change to how the `snipeit` service component works
 - `mysql`: A change to how the `mysql` service component works
 - `build`: Build-related changes such as `Dockerfile` fixes and features.
 - `mount`: Volume or bind mount-related changes.