GRE Word List

RECONNAISSANCE

a preliminary survey to gain information

The meaning of the word reconnaissance is a preliminary survey to gain information.

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shoveto push along
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
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dormera window set vertically in a structure projecting through a sloping roof
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sherbeta cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice
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