Meaning of the word "Scope out" in English

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

Scope out

US /skoʊp aʊt/
UK /skəʊp aʊt/

Phrasal Verb

to look at something carefully in order to find out about it

Example:
Let's go scope out the new restaurant before we make a reservation.
The police were scoping out the area for suspicious activity.