Reconnoitring soldier (5)

I believe the answer is:

scout

(Other definitions for scout that I've seen before include "Lookout or pathfinder" , "Explorer, spy" , "One searches for and recruits talented people" , "Member of a youth movement" , "Reconnoitre" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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