English Reference

Word

scouts

US/ˈskaʊts/

UK/skˈaʊts/

Definitions

01youth organisation

B1

n. a worldwide organisation for young people that teaches life skills, camping, and community service.

n. a global youth movement focused on physical, mental, and spiritual development through outdoor activities and community service.

“My brother joined the Scouts to learn how to build a fire and navigate with a compass.”

“The local troop of Scouts organised a weekend camping trip to practice their survival skills and earn new merit badges.”

Usage

Often capitalised when referring to the official organisation.

Synonyms

Boy ScoutsGirl Scouts

02people sent to find information

B2

n. people sent ahead of a group to look for information or to find the best way to go.

n. individuals, often in a military or sports context, sent ahead to gather intelligence or identify talent.

“The army sent scouts into the valley to see if the enemy was hiding there.”

“Several talent scouts from major European football clubs attended the youth tournament to identify promising young players.”

Synonyms

reconnaissancelookoutstalent spotters

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