reconnaissance Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun the act of reconnoitring (especially to gain information about an enemy or potential enemy)
reconnaissance mission.
- an exchange of fire occurred on a reconnaissance mission
WordNet
Re*con"nois*sance, Re*con"nais*sance noun
(Also<
- Reconnoissance
- Reconnaissance
)
Etymology
F. SeeDefinitions
The act of reconnoitering; preliminary examination or survey. Specifically:(a) (Geol.) An examination or survey of a region in reference to its general geological character .(b) (Engin.) An examination of a region as to its general natural features, preparatory to a more particular survey for the purposes of triangulation, or of determining the location of a public work .(c) (Mil.) An examination of a territory, or of an enemy's position, for the purpose of obtaining information necessary for directing military operations; a preparatory expedition.
