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scouts

Pronunciation: [skaʊts]

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Learn how to use scouts in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “youth organization”

(noun) groups of young people who learn skills and take part in activities. They often explore nature, help their communities, and work in teams. Scouts is also a term for children in the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts organizations.

Example

The scouts went camping last weekend and learned how to set up tents.

Example

Not every child wants to join the scouts because they prefer other activities.

Example

What kind of activities do the scouts participate in during their meetings?

Context: “search/research”

(verb) to look for or find something, usually people or places, to gather information. For example, if a coach scouts for players, they are looking for talented athletes.

Example

The team scouts local players to find the best talent for their roster.

Example

They didn't scout any new locations this year because they were satisfied with their current site.

Example

Who will scout the area for new camping spots?

How to pronounce scouts

Pronunciation: [skaʊts]

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