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Definition of recon

recon

/ˈriː.kɑːn/
re · con
Plural:recons
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Past Simple:reconned
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Past Participle:reconned
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Present Participle:reconning
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• noun

1

A preliminary survey or exploration of an area conducted to gather information about its features, conditions, or resources; reconnaissance.

Example

"The geological team did some quick recon of the canyon before setting up their main research camp."

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• verb

1

To make a preliminary inspection or survey of an area or situation in order to gather information; to reconnoiter (informal).

Example

"The film crew spent the afternoon reconning several coastal towns to find the ideal filming location."

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• Rhymes for recon

• Nearby Words

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reconcilable

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as an informal clipping of 'reconnaissance' (as a noun) and 'reconnoiter' (as a verb), both borrowed from French reconnaissance and reconnaître ('to recognize' or 'to survey').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Recon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/recon
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