What does reconnoiter mean?
Reconnoiter means (American spelling, transitive, intransitive, military) To perform a reconnaissance (of an area; an enemy position); to scout with the aim of acquiring information..
Reconnoiter
/ˌɹɛkəˈnɔɪtə/ · verb
Meaning
(American spelling, transitive, intransitive, military) To perform a reconnaissance (of an area; an enemy position); to scout with the aim of acquiring information..
Definitions by Sense
- (American spelling, transitive, intransitive, military) To perform a reconnaissance (of an area; an enemy position); to scout with the aim of acquiring information.
- (American spelling) An act or instance of reconnoitering.
Example Sentences
Our scout will reconnoiter the path ahead of our troops.
Not everything is exactly right on the Enterprise. Something is burning somewhere. People are firing guns. She's not entirely sure she wants to be there. As long as she is high up in the air, she reconnoiters the ship and confirms that there is no way off, no handy gangplanks or stairway thingies.
The pilot reported the findings of his reconnoiter.
Synonyms for reconnoiter
Antonyms for reconnoiter
Related Words
Word Forms
- reconnoiters
- reconnoitering
- reconnoitered
- reconnoitre
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for reconnoiter?
Common synonyms include scout, survey, reconnoitre.
What is the opposite of reconnoiter?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use reconnoiter in a sentence?
Our scout will reconnoiter the path ahead of our troops.
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