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scouting

3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for scouting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — The activity of exploring or gathering information ahead of time, especially about opponents or terrain.

Synonyms

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reconnoitring reconnoitering exploratory survey

How to use scouting

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scouting report scouting trip join scouting

Frequently asked questions

What does “scouting” mean?

The word “scouting” means the activity of exploring or gathering information ahead of time, especially about opponents or terrain. In plain terms, either the act of gathering advance information, or the youth movement of scouts.

How do you pronounce “scouting”?

“Scouting” is pronounced SKOW-tihng (/ˈskaʊtɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “scouting” in a sentence?

Here is “scouting” used in a sentence: “Scouting revealed a weakness in the opposing defense.”

What part of speech is “scouting”?

“Scouting” is a noun.

Is “scouting” a common word?

“Scouting” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “scouting” have?

“Scouting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the activity of exploring or gathering information ahead of time, especially about opponents or terrain.

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