frisk

US /frɪsk/
UK /frɪsk/
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1.

pass the hands over (someone) in a search for concealed weapons, drugs, or other items.

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The police officer proceeded to frisk the suspect.
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They had to frisk everyone entering the concert venue.
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a pat-down search of a person.

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The officer conducted a quick frisk before letting him pass.
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He complained about the invasive frisk at the airport.
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