girl scout
noun
(sometimes initial capital letters)
a member of an organization of girls (Girl Scouts) founded in the U.S. in 1912 by Juliette Low that seeks to develop certain skills, as well as health, citizenship, and character.
Origin of girl scout
An Americanism dating back to 1905–10
Words nearby girl scout
Example sentences from the Web for girl scout
Some observers have criticized the girl-scout organization because of its apparently military character.
Educational Work of the Girl Scouts |Louise Stevens BryantThe outstanding feature of the girl-scout organization is its voluntary character.
Educational Work of the Girl Scouts |Louise Stevens BryantThe girl-scout organization encourages thrifty habits and economy in buying in all of its activities.
Educational Work of the Girl Scouts |Louise Stevens Bryant
British Dictionary definitions for girl scout
Girl Scout
noun
US
a member of the equivalent organization for girls to the Scouts
Brit equivalent: Guide