Meaning of the word descry in English

What does descry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

descry

US /dɪˈskraɪ/
UK /dɪˈskraɪ/

Verb

to catch sight of (something difficult to see)

Example:
From the hilltop, we could just descry the distant ship.
Through the fog, she tried to descry the path ahead.