Definition of scouting
1 : the action of one that scouts
2 often capitalized : the activities of various national and worldwide organizations for youth directed to developing character, citizenship, and individual skills
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Recent Examples of scouting from the Web
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To this day, Miko still texts Brent from the stands every game at halftime, relaying her scouting report and suggesting adjustments.
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Although every prominent scouting service views Fields more favorably than Corral, the former Trojans pledge projects as a top-end starter in a Power 5 league on account of his big-time arm, toughness and pocket presence.
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The scouting can allow Hildebrandt to anticipate where the shooters aim, and can directly result in a save.
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Buchanan fulfilled his role with Charlotte in terms of collegiate scouting and preparations for the draft through this past week’s annual event.
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Arizona Diamondbacks scout Luke Wrenn has signed several high-impact players in his 33-year scouting career, including Nomar Garciaparra, Mike Hampton and Tino Martinez.
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Here’s a brief scouting report of those players and a look at their chances of making the 53-man roster.
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Marlins manager Don Mattingly said that drop in production goes back to those old scouting reports: Ozuna started swinging at bad pitches, got into bad counts and got himself out.
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Scouts pursuing Eagle Scout, the highest level of scouting, are required to coordinate and complete a project that benefits the community.
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First Known Use of scouting
1590
SCOUTING Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of scouting for English Language Learners
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: the activities of Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
SCOUTING Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of scouting for Students
1 : the activity of gathering information or searching an area
2 often cap : the general activities of Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
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