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(noun) the activity of going around or through an area at regular intervals for security purposes |
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Synonyms: patrolling |
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Related Words: guarding, protecting, protection |
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| 2. |
(verb) maintain the security of by carrying out a control |
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Synonyms: police |
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Related Words: guard |
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(noun) a detachment used for security or reconnaissance |
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Related Words: detachment |
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(noun) a group that goes through a region at regular intervals for the purpose of security |
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Related Words: border patrol, force, personnel |
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