verb (used with object), de·scried, de·scry·ing. to see (something unclear or distant) by looking carefully; discern; espy: The lookout descried land. to discover; ascertain; detect.
What does it mean to Descry?
descry \dih-SKRYE\ verb. 1 : to catch sight of. 2 : find out, discover.
How do you use Descry in a sentence?
Descry in a Sentence ?
- After conducting experiments for several years, the scientist was able to descry the cause of the disease.
- Using the binoculars, I hoped to descry what the criminals were doing in the woods.
- The jeweler was able to easily descry the true value of the large diamond.
