scout

• Nom désignant une personne, souvent membre d'une organisation, envoyée pour recueillir des informations, explorer ou observer, notamment dans un contexte militaire, de camp ou de détection de talents.

A noun referring to a person, often a member of an organization, who is sent out to gather information, explore, or observe, especially in a military, outdoor, or talent-seeking context.

1. Person sent to gather informationB1formal

   A person sent ahead to gather information about the enemy's position, strength, or movements.

   éclaireur

   • The scout reported the enemy's location to the commander.
   • A scout was sent to explore the forest ahead.
   • The army relied on scouts for intelligence.

   Synonymeslookoutobserverpatrolspy

2. Member of a youth organizationA2formal

   A member of the Scout movement, a worldwide youth organization focused on outdoor activities, character development, and community service.

   scout (membre du mouvement scout)

   • He joined the scouts to learn survival skills.
   • The scout troop went camping in the mountains.
   • She earned a badge for first aid as a scout.

3. Talent scoutB2informal

   A person who searches for talented individuals, especially in sports or entertainment.

   recruteur de talents

   • The baseball scout discovered a promising young pitcher.
   • A talent scout from the record label attended the concert.
   • The scout was impressed by her acting skills.

   Synonymesrecruiterspottertalent scout

• Verbe désignant l'action d'explorer, d'observer ou de chercher des informations ou des ressources, souvent dans un contexte militaire, sportif ou de repérage de talents.

A verb used to indicate the act of exploring, observing, or searching for information or resources, often in a military, sports, or talent-finding context.

1. Explore or ReconnoiterB2formal

   To go around an area to gather information, especially for military or strategic purposes.

   Explorer ou reconnaître

   • The soldiers scouted the forest for enemy positions.
   • We need to scout the area before setting up camp.
   • He scouted the coastline for a safe landing spot.

   Synonymescaseexamineexploreinspectpatrolprobereccereconnoitersurvey

2. Search for TalentB2informal

   To look for talented individuals, especially in sports or entertainment.

   dépister (des talents)

   • The coach scouted several high schools for new players.
   • Talent agents scout for actors at local theater productions.
   • They scouted the region for promising young musicians.

   Synonymesprospectrecruit