Synonyms

recon

American

[ri-kon] / rɪˈkɒn /

noun

reconnaissance.

verb (used with or without object)

reconned, reconning

reconnoiter.

Etymology

Origin of recon

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; by shortening

Example Sentences

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Requesting customer credentials for a rival is unprecedented, according to Roger Entner, founder of telecom research firm Recon Analytics.

From The Wall Street Journal

The auto show also saw new models debut, including the 2026 Jeep Recon — a Wrangler-style EV advertised by the company as “the only fully electric Trail Rated SUV” — that offers 230 miles of range starting at $65,000.

From Los Angeles Times

Using a rented minivan, Quintero and the cooperator conducted six “recon” missions in Franco’s neighborhood, Del Rio testified.

From Los Angeles Times

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

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

From BBC

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