Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recce
noun
ˈrɛki
Definition
A preliminary survey or exploration of an area, especially to gather information about it for a specific purpose such as military operations or film shoots.
Examples
- Before we start filming, we should do a recce of the location to see how it will work on camera.
- The soldiers conducted a recce of the enemy camp to gather intelligence.
- During the recce, we noted the best spots to set up our equipment.
Meaning
Recce is short for reconnaissance and is often used in military contexts, but can also refer to any scouting or exploratory activity.
Synonyms
- reconnaissance
- scouting
- exploration
