Reconnoiter (verb)

1. To examine or explore an area in order to gain information, especially for military purposes.
2. To make a preliminary examination of a place in order to gather information for a future action.

Origin:

From french reconnoitre, literally "to reconnoitre," from re- "again" + connoitre "to know".

Examples:

1. The soldiers were sent to reconnoiter the enemy's position.
2. The company sent an employee to reconnoiter the potential location for the new factory.
3. The adventurer decided to reconnoiter the area before setting out on the journey.
4. The scout was sent to reconnoiter the area for a suitable camping site.
5. The general ordered his men to reconnoiter the enemy's camp before launching the attack.