reconnaissance
1 synonym for reconnaissance, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of exploring or observing an area to gather information, especially before military action.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
reconnaissance mission
How to use reconnaissance
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
reconnaissance mission
aerial reconnaissance
conduct reconnaissance
Etymology
Borrowed from French reconnaissance, "recognition" — a doublet of "recognizance," both descending from the same Latin root.
Full origin of reconnaissance →Frequently asked questions
What does “reconnaissance” mean?
The word “reconnaissance” means the act of exploring or observing an area to gather information, especially before military action. In plain terms, scouting or gathering information about an area, usually before military or strategic action.
How do you pronounce “reconnaissance”?
“Reconnaissance” is pronounced rih-KO-nih-suhns (/ɹɪˈkɒnɪsəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “reconnaissance” in a sentence?
Here is “reconnaissance” used in a sentence: “The pilots flew a reconnaissance mission over enemy territory.”
What part of speech is “reconnaissance”?
“Reconnaissance” is a noun.
Where does the word “reconnaissance” come from?
The word “reconnaissance” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French reconnaissance, "recognition" — a doublet of "recognizance," both descending from the same Latin root.
Is “reconnaissance” a common word?
“Reconnaissance” is an uncommon word in modern English.
