reconnoiter

To make a preliminary examination of (an area or a group, for example), usually by moving around and observing, in order to gather information, especially for military purposes.

To make a reconnaissance or preliminary examination.

An act of reconnoitering.

To know again; recognize.

To examine with the eye; make a preliminary survey of; specifically, to examine or survey, as a tract or region, for military, engineering, or geological purposes. See reconnaissance.

To make a survey or inspection preliminary to taking some action; examine a position, person, opinion, etc., as a precaution.

A preliminary survey; a reconnaissance.

To examine with the eye to make a preliminary examination or survey of; esp., to survey with a view to military or engineering operations.

To recognize.

To perform a reconnaissance (of an area; an enemy position); to scout with the aim of gaining information.