explorator
[ɛk.spɫoːˈraː.tɔr]
The Latin word for a scout (as a member of a scouting organization) is explorator.
Meaning: member of scouting organizations (noun)
Which one should you use?
exploratores is the plural form of explorator.
Did you know?
- The root of explorator is the verb plōrāre, which means 'to shout' or 'to cry out'.
- While an explorator performed reconnaissance, Roman military history distinguishes them from speculatores, who were more like secret agents or spies.
- The word explorator is the direct ancestor of the English word 'explorer'.
Example conversation
Lucius and Claudia are discussing their hobbies.
- LuciusClaudia, ego sum explorator.Claudia, I am a scout.
- ClaudiaId est optimum, Luci!That is great, Lucius!
- LuciusMultas res disco.I learn many things.
- ClaudiaEgo quoque explorator fieri volo.I want to become a scout too.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry explorator, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries explorator, CC BY-SA 4.0.
