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PATROLLING Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word patrolling. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word patrolling. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for PATROLLING

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monitoring
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the act of observing something (and sometimes keeping a record of it)

surveying
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the practice of measuring angles and distances on the ground so that they can be accurately plotted on a map

watching
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the act of observing; taking a patient look

guarding
verbv
noun

• a person who keeps watch over something or someone

• the person who lines up between the center and the tackles on the offensive line of a football team on the line of scrimmage

• a device designed to prevent injury or accidents

• a posture of defence in boxing or fencing

• the person who plays the position of guard on a basketball team

• a military unit serving to protect some place or person

• a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.

• the duty of serving as a sentry

• (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage between the center and the tackles

• a position on a basketball team

verb

• to keep watch over

• watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect

• protect against a challenge or attack

• take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence

policing
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the force of policemen and officers

verb

• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

police
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the force of policemen and officers

verb

• maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

Best Hypernyms For PATROLLING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for patrolling, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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detachment force guard monitoring observing personnel protection supervising watching guarding inspecting overseeing surveilling

Alternatives for MONITORING

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