erkunden — meaning in English

English meaning

• explore verb To travel through an unfamiliar place in order to learn about it.
• scout noun A person sent ahead to gather information, especially about an enemy or unfamiliar territory.

Senses

erkunden is used for these senses in English:

• explore (transitive) To travel somewhere in search of discovery.
• reconnoiter (American spelling) An act or instance of reconnoitering.
• reconnoiter (American spelling, transitive, intransitive, military) To perform a reconnaissance (of an area; an enemy position); to scout with the aim of acquiring information.

explore — full definition

1. verb To travel through an unfamiliar place in order to learn about it.
2. verb To examine or think about something carefully.

scout — full definition

1. noun A person sent ahead to gather information, especially about an enemy or unfamiliar territory.
2. noun A person who searches for talented individuals on behalf of a team or organization.
3. noun A member of a youth organization focused on outdoor skills, teamwork, and community service.
4. verb To explore an area or assess a situation in advance, especially to gather information.

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