Reconnoitre

/ˌrekəˈnɔɪtər,ˌriːkəˈnɔɪtər/
verb

To go to an area to gather information, especially in preparation for military action.

The general sent a group of soldiers to reconnoitre the enemy's camp.
Visual representation of "reconnoitre" - To go to an area to gather information, especially in preparation for military action

Often appears as...

  • reconnoitre the area
  • reconnoitre enemy territory

Usage tips

Formal

Military

verb

To go to an area to gather information, especially in preparation for military action.

The general sent a group of soldiers to reconnoitre the enemy's camp.
Visual representation of "reconnoitre" - To go to an area to gather information, especially in preparation for military action

Often appears as...

  • reconnoitre the area
  • reconnoitre enemy territory

Usage tips

Formal

Military

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "reconnoitre"
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Military Origin

Originally used in military contexts for strategic planning and gathering intelligence on the enemy.

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The platoon was tasked to reconnoitre the ridge before dawn.
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Beyond Warfare

Now also refers to exploring or examining an area for any purpose, not only military.

Illustration for Beyond Warfare
The architects were sent to reconnoitre the city's historic district.
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Connotation of Stealth

Implies a cautious approach to avoid detection, often done secretly or inconspicuously.

Illustration for Connotation of Stealth
She went to reconnoitre the venue before the event.
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Military Origin

Originally used in military contexts for strategic planning and gathering intelligence on the enemy.

Illustration for Military Origin
The platoon was tasked to reconnoitre the ridge before dawn.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Beyond Warfare

Now also refers to exploring or examining an area for any purpose, not only military.

Illustration for Beyond Warfare
The architects were sent to reconnoitre the city's historic district.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Connotation of Stealth

Implies a cautious approach to avoid detection, often done secretly or inconspicuously.

Illustration for Connotation of Stealth
She went to reconnoitre the venue before the event.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Military Origin

Originally used in military contexts for strategic planning and gathering intelligence on the enemy.

Illustration for Military Origin
The platoon was tasked to reconnoitre the ridge before dawn.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Beyond Warfare

Now also refers to exploring or examining an area for any purpose, not only military.

Illustration for Beyond Warfare
The architects were sent to reconnoitre the city's historic district.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Connotation of Stealth

Implies a cautious approach to avoid detection, often done secretly or inconspicuously.

Illustration for Connotation of Stealth
She went to reconnoitre the venue before the event.
Visual representation of the word "Reconnoitre"

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