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scout

Definition

  • noun: a soldier, airplane, etc., that is sent to get information about the size, location, equipment, etc., of an enemy
  • verb: to explore an area to obtain information (as about an enemy)
  • verb: to search an area or place for something or someone
  • used chiefly in the phrase 'good scout'
  • synonyms: flout, spy, reconnoiter

Examples

  • He's a talented pitcher who is being 'scouted' by several major-league teams.

  • We 'scouted' around the store to see if anyone was available to help us.

  • She 'scouts' young musicians for one of the country's top orchestras.

Movie quotes

  • (..) MAN: Take no prisoners, bro. MIKE: Oh, hey, there's my girl. - Hey. I'm glad you're here, Scar. This whole scout thing has me wicked nervous. I just feel like my whole future's riding on this game. Yeah. Yeah, I know how you feel. Yeah? Is everything...? Everything's cool, right? (..)
    2009 17 Again
  • (..) O'Donnell, save something for the game. I'm just warming up, coach. Just talked to the scout again. He's coming tonight. You play half the game I know you're capable of... ...he's prepared to offer you a full scholarship. (..)
    2009 17 Again