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Meaning of scout
A person sent to gather information, especially about an enemy or a place.
Etymology of scout
The word "scout" has its roots in the French word "escoute," meaning "listener" or "spy," which is derived from the Old French word "escouter," meaning "to listen."
The word "scout" has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a person who gathers information, especially in a military context.
Synonyms
explorer
guide
spy
observer
watcher
spotter
sentinel
guard
patrol
investigator
researcher
detective
tracker
tracker dog
reconnaissance
emissary
envoy
messenger
liaison
informant
agent
operative
explorer
pioneer
pathfinder
trailblazer
vanguard
precursor
forerunner
advance guard
forward observer
lookout
picket
sentinel
watchman
looker
seer
beholder
perceiver
notifier
reporter
messenger
courier
herald
crier
announcer
proclaimer
Definitions
- A person sent out to gather information, especially about an enemy's position or strength.
- * A person who is employed to find and recruit talented individuals, especially in sports.
- * A member of a movement, originally for boys, aimed at developing their character and training them in skills such as camping and first aid.
Usage Examples
- The army sent out a scout to gather information about the enemy's position.
- * The football team's scout was responsible for finding and recruiting new players.
- * The boy joined the scouts and learned how to pitch a tent and start a fire.