Scout: meaning, definitions and examples

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scout

[ skaʊt ]

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in scouting

A member of the Scout movement, an organization for young people that aims to develop character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

Synonyms

member, participant, youth

Examples of usage

He's been a scout since he was a child.
She achieved the highest rank possible as a scout.

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in military

A soldier or other person sent out to gather information about the enemy's position, strength, or movements.

Synonyms

reconnaissance, scout troop, spy

Examples of usage

The scout reported back to the commander with valuable information.
They sent a scout to reconnoiter the area.

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general

To observe or explore carefully for the purpose of gaining information.

Synonyms

explore, inspect, survey

Examples of usage

The team scouted the location for their next film shoot.
He scouted the market for potential investment opportunities.

Translations

Translations of the word "scout" in other languages:

🇵🇹 escoteiro

🇮🇳 स्काउट

🇩🇪 Pfadfinder

🇮🇩 pramuka

🇺🇦 скаут

🇵🇱 harcerz

🇯🇵 スカウト

🇫🇷 éclaireur

🇪🇸 explorador

🇹🇷 izci

🇰🇷 정찰병

🇸🇦 كشاف

🇨🇿 skaut

🇸🇰 skaut

🇨🇳 童子军

🇸🇮 tabornik

🇮🇸 skát

🇰🇿 скаут

🇬🇪 სკაუტი

🇦🇿 izci

🇲🇽 explorador

Word origin

The word 'scout' originated in the late 16th century, deriving from the Middle French word 'escoute', meaning 'listen'. Originally used in a military context to refer to someone who was sent ahead to listen for information about the enemy, the term evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including its current usage in organizations like the Scout movement.