SCOUT (5)

Scout, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Scouted; p. pr. & vb. n. Scouting.] 1. 1. To observe, watch, or look for, as a scout; to follow for the purpose of observation, as a scout.
Take more men, And scout him round. Beau. & Fl. 2. 2. To pass over or through, as a scout; to reconnoiter; as, to scout a country.