Patrolled: meaning, definitions and examples

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patrolled

 

[ pษ™หˆtroสŠld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

security activity

The term 'patrolled' refers to the act of moving around an area to keep it safe and secure, often conducted by law enforcement or security personnel. Patrolling can involve monitoring for suspicious behavior, ensuring that regulations are followed, and providing assistance when needed. It plays a crucial role in crime prevention and enhancing the overall safety of a location. This activity can take place on foot, by vehicle, or using other means, depending on the area being monitored.

Synonyms

guard, inspect, monitor, observe.

Examples of usage

  • The officer patrolled the neighborhood every night.
  • Security guards patrolled the premises during the event.
  • The park was patrolled regularly to deter vandalism.

Translations

Translations of the word "patrolled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น patrulhado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคถเฅเคค เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช patrouilliert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dipatroli

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั‚ั€ัƒะปัŽะฒะฐะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ patrolowaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒˆใƒญใƒผใƒซใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท patrouillรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ patrullado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท devriye gezdi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆœ์ฐฐํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูˆุฑูŠุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hlรญdkoval

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ patrรณnoval

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทก้€ป่ฟ‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ patruliral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ patruleraรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐั‚ั€ัƒะปัŒะดะฐะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒขแƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ patrul etdi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ patrullado

Etymology

The word 'patrol' originates from the Middle French term 'patrouille', which itself is derived from 'patrouiller', meaning 'to walk around', 'to explore'. This French term is composed of the word 'patrouille', which signifies a group or detail responsible for surveillance, combined with the verb 'patrouiller'. The word entered the English language in the early 19th century, reflecting the militaristic context of the time, as soldiers were often tasked with patrolling certain areas for security. Over time, the use of the term broadened to include various forms of surveillance, including law enforcement, security measures for buildings and events, and even in wildlife management. The evolution of patrolling has remained relevant across different fields, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and preventive measures.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,567, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.