What is another word for skirmisher?
Pronunciation: [skˈɜːmɪʃə] (IPA) 
A "skirmisher" is a soldier who engages in small-scale combats in front of the main army. Synonyms for the word "skirmisher" include scout, striker, skirmisher, vanguard, forager, raider, ranger, and reconnaissance. These words refer to soldiers who perform reconnaissance or scouting duties to gather intelligence about the enemy's position. A striker is a soldier who attacks or harasses the enemy to disrupt their plans. The vanguard is the group of soldiers who lead the charge in a battle. A raider is a soldier who attacks enemy positions to demoralize or weaken them. The ranger is a soldier who performs reconnaissance duties in a wide area.
