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PATROL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Patrol.

How to pronounce patrol:

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Patrol - as a noun

A detachment used for security or reconnaissance

The activity of going around or through an area at regular intervals for security purposes

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
protection
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A group that goes through a region at regular intervals for the purpose of security

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forcepersonnel
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Patrol - as a verb

Maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
police

Example Sentences

"The police car went on patrol around the city."
"The military set up a patrol to monitor the border."
"The security guards conducted regular patrols of the premises."
"The park ranger went on a patrol to ensure the safety of the visitors."
"The neighborhood watch organized a nighttime patrol to prevent crimes."
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Word Game Points

Is PATROL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, patrol is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PATROL has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is PATROL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, patrol is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATROL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is PATROL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, patrol is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATROL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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