ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Reconnoissance

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Reconnoissance is a noun meaning (dated) Alternative spelling of reconnaissance.

Meaning

(dated) Alternative spelling of reconnaissance.

Example Sentences

We'd come out of the woods behind the house, and while Joe was foragin', I took a reconnoissance.
The orders or instructions for a patrol, or for any detachment going on reconnoissance, must state clearly where the enemy is or is supposed to be, what information is desired, what features are of special importance, the general direction to be followed, whether friendly patrols are liable to be encountered, and where messages are to be sent or the patrol is to report.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include reconnoitre, reconnoiter, recon, reccy, recce, reconquest.

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