Meaning of the word stakeout in English
What does stakeout mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stakeout
US /ˈsteɪk.aʊt/
UK /ˈsteɪk.aʊt/
Noun
a period of secret surveillance of a building or an area by police in order to catch criminals or gather information
Example:
•
The police conducted a stakeout for three days before making the arrest.
•
They spent hours on a cold stakeout, waiting for the suspect to appear.