scout synonyms

scout

n.

  1. One who gathers information

    explorer, pioneer, outpost, runner, advance guard, precursor, patrol, reconnoiterer.

  2. *A Boy Scout].

    Degrees of scouts, sense 2, include: Cub, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, Eagle, Queen's (British), bronze palm, gold palm, silver palm.

  3. *A Girl Scout

    explorer, young adventurer, Bluebird, Campfire Girl, pioneer.

    Girl Scout ranks include: Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior.

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