scouthood

[ skout-hood ]

noun

1. (sometimes initial capital letter) the state of being a scout, especially a Boy Scout or a Girl Scout.
2. the qualities or spirit of the Boy Scouts or the Girl Scouts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of scouthood¹

scout ¹ + -hood

Example Sentences

It was just exactly like Warde Hollister to give himself up to frank elation at this achievement of full scouthood.

From Project Gutenberg

Hold frequent tests for advancement to the classes of scouthood.

From Project Gutenberg

For Peter Piper was approaching scouthood through the tenderfoot class.

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