Reconnaissance

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Reconnaissance

(n.) The act of reconnoitering; preliminary examination or survey.
(n.) An examination or survey of a region in reference to its general geological character.
(n.) An examination of a region as to its general natural features, preparatory to a more particular survey for the purposes of triangulation, or of determining the location of a public work.
(n.) An examination of a territory, or of an enemy's position, for the purpose of obtaining information necessary for directing military operations; a preparatory expedition.