scout


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Synonyms for scout

recruiter

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scout around or round

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scout something out

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Synonyms for scout

to go into or through for the purpose of making discoveries or acquiring information

to regard with utter contempt and disdain

to make fun or make fun of

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Synonyms for scout

a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

someone employed to discover and recruit talented persons (especially in the worlds of entertainment or sports)

someone who can find paths through unexplored territory

explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody

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He also announced a cash reward of Rs 2000 for the school's scout unit and assured that teachers of the school would be recommended to participate in training activities at provincial scout training centre Takya (Abbotabad) in summer vacations.
There will also be a Students' Gallery featuring their art, and the Scout x Proudrace 'Trust' collection will also be showcased.
| Kirklevington Cubs were awarded the Chief Scout's Silver Award, left.
Scouts from Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan received the Queen's Scout Award from Bear Grylls at Windsor Castle EMILY BATCHELOR / THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION
Scouts Movement more effective with physical and spiritual building of the young generation so that the students could play their vital role for promotion of socio economic activities.
James, an Explorer Scout, added: "We have reached the end of our amazing trip to the Caribbean.
Recalling his scouting days as a school student, president said the discipline he developed as a scout was of tremendous help for him to take responsibilities of exalted position as a President.
During his time as a Scout, in 1931, Harold Wilson set off on an International adventure and travelled to Holland with his fellow Scouts.
Catholic Committee on Scouting has said that it will study the policy change announced May 23 from the Boy Scouts of America's National Council that will allow openly gay youths admittance as members.
Chief Scout Bear Grylls said: "Events like this are really important.
Friendships made as a Scout can last a lifetime," she said.
1963: Girl Scout Speakout conferences are held nationwide to overcome prejudice.
The Chief Scout's award is the highest that can be given in each of the youth sections and involves a huge amount of hard work and dedication from those receiving them.
SCOUTS from across Wales have been making international connections at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden.
TUNIS (TAP) - The Tunisian Scout Movement is to take part, on July 27-August 7, 2011 in the twenty-second World Scout Jamboree organised in Sweden on the theme "Simply Scouting".