Scout, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Scouted; p. pr. & vb. n. Scouting.]
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. To pass over or through, as a scout; to reconnoiter; as, to scout a country.