scout [ˈskaʊt]

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¹ scout noun

• boy scout
• girl scout
• a soldier, airplane, etc., that is sent to get information about the size, location, equipment, etc., of an enemy

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² scout verb

• to search an area or place for something or someone
• to explore (an area) in order to find information about it
• to watch or look at (someone or something) in order to decide if that person or thing is suited for a particular job or purpose