Category:Reconnoissance

Re*con"nois*sance, re*con"nais*sance (r-kn"ns-sns), n. Etym: [f. See Recognizance.]

Defn: the act of reconnoitering; preliminary examination or survey. Specifically: (a) (geol.) An examination or survey of a region in reference to its General geological character. (b) (engin.)

Defn: 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. (c) (mil.) 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. Reconnoissance in Force (mil.), a demonstration or attack by a large force of troops For the purpose of discovering the position and strength of an enemy.