scout around . scout around {v. phr.} To search for; look around. When we first came to town, we had to scout around for a suitable apartment. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: S Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Discuss