Meaning of the word patrol in English

What does patrol mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

patrol

US /pəˈtroʊl/

UK /pəˈtrəʊl/

a person or group of people sent to keep watch over an area or to guard something

Example:

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The police patrol regularly checks the neighborhood.

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A border patrol was dispatched to the area.

Synonym:

guard watch sentry vigil

to regularly walk or travel around an area in order to protect it or to check that there is no trouble

Example:

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Security guards patrol the building at night.

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The police were ordered to patrol the streets more frequently.

Synonym:

guard monitor police watch

Related Word:

patrol wagon