Word
scouting
Phoneticsscout·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈskaʊtɪŋ/
UK/skˈaʊtɪŋ/
Definitions
01searching for talent
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Sports
n. the job of looking for talented people, like new players for a sports team or new models.
n. the systematic search for and evaluation of talented individuals, typically for professional sports, entertainment, or corporate recruitment.
“The team's scouting led them to find a great young player in a small town.”
“The club invested heavily in international scouting, hoping to identify undervalued talent in emerging leagues before their competitors did.”
Synonyms
02the Scout movement
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the activities and organization of the Scouts, where young people learn outdoor skills.
n. the activities, principles, and organization of the international Scout movement for young people.
“He spent his weekends doing scouting activities like camping and hiking.”
“Scouting remains a popular extracurricular choice for parents who want their children to develop practical survival skills and a sense of civic duty.”
Synonyms
03gathering information
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of exploring an area to get information about it.
n. the act of reconnoitring or exploring an area to gather information, often for military or strategic purposes.
“After some scouting, they found the best path through the woods.”
“The advance party was sent ahead for some preliminary scouting of the terrain to ensure the main group could pass safely.”
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“Carle is not the only player to juggle scouting reports with schoolbooks.” “It is also worth scouting for the eclipse ahead of time.” Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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