recon

[ri-kon]

noun

1. reconnaissance.

verb (used with or without object)

reconned, reconning 

1. reconnoiter.

Word History and Origins

Origin of recon¹

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; by shortening

Example Sentences

So when Mafart and Prieur were told that they were being sent to New Zealand—that they would be the agents responsible for recon and for getting the explosives to the dive team—both had apprehensions, they later claimed.

From Slate

They had seen the time window for the operation get tighter and tighter until it became clear that the agents running recon would also have to coordinate the bombing, and that those involved wouldn’t be able to flee the country before the bombs went off.

From Slate

Ubisoft said it will now focus on its other marquee titles, including Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon and The Division.

From BBC

I had to do a little recon, because I'm from the Midwest, but I didn't know.

From Salon

It is days of planning, recon and meal prep.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• discover 
• examine 
• scrutinize 
• snoop