How to pronounce reconnoiter
reconnoiter
verb
How to pronounce reconnoiter?
The word reconnoiter sounds like re-con-noi-ter
/,rikə'nɔɪtər/
What is the definition of reconnoiter?
verbexplore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody
What is the definition of reconnoiter?
- to make a preliminary inspection or examination
What is the origin of the word reconnoiter?
- The word reconnoiter originated from French, derived from the word 'reconnoistre', which means 'to recognize', and from the Old Italian word 'raccontare', which means 'to recount'. It entered the English language in the 18th century.
What are synonyms for reconnoiter?
- scout
- explore
- observe
- survey
- inspect
What is the opposite of reconnoiter?
- ignore
- neglect
- overlook
What is the noun form of reconnoiter?
- reconnaissance
What is the adjective form of reconnoiter?
- reconnoitering
What is a related word to reconnoiter?
- reconnaissance
Can you provide an example sentence using reconnoiter?
- The soldiers reconnoitered the enemy's position before launching the attack.
Is reconnoiter a common word?
- Reconnoiter is not a very common word in everyday usage, but it is commonly used in military and strategy contexts.
Can reconnoiter be used as a transitive verb?
- Yes, reconnoiter can be used as a transitive verb.
