1. to make a preliminary inspection or survey of an area, especially to gather military information
Usage: military
2. to examine or explore carefully in order to gain information

Examples

• The soldiers were sent to reconnoiter the enemy’s position before the attack.
• We need to reconnoiter the hiking trail before bringing the whole group.
• The detective decided to reconnoiter the building before making an arrest.
• They reconnoitered the area for potential camping spots.
• The pilot was ordered to reconnoiter behind enemy lines.
• Let’s reconnoiter the neighborhood before choosing a house to buy.