Word of the Day 4-18-12

Reconnoiter:  verb;

1. To make an inspection or observation.

2. To inspect, observe, or survey (the enemy, the enemy's strength or position, a region, etc.) in order to gain information for military purposes.

3. To examine or survey a region or area for engineering, geological, or other purposes.

 

Origin:

Reconnoiter  comes from the French word reconnoître  meaning "to explore."