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patrolled

 

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Verb patrol has 1 sense
  1. patrol, police - maintain the security of by carrying out a control
    --1 is one way to guard
    Derived forms: noun patrol3, noun patrol2, noun patrol1, noun patroller1
    Sample sentences:
    The men patrol the area for animals
    The men patrol for animals in the area

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Definition of "patrolled"

Verb - past tense of "patrol"

(1) To engage in a regular journey or circuit, typically in order to maintain security or enforce regulations.

Example sentence: The security guards patrolled the premises all night.

(2) To monitor or oversee a certain area, often for safety or law enforcement purposes.

Example sentence: The police patrolled the streets to ensure public safety during the festival.

(3) To make a systematic inspection of an area, especially to find or prevent any potential issues.

Example sentence: The park ranger patrolled the hiking trails for any signs of fire.

Noun - plural form of "patrol"

(1) A group of people or vehicles engaged in patrolling.

Example sentence: The patrolled area was constantly monitored by patrols on foot and in vehicles.

(2) An area or zone that is under regular surveillance or monitoring.

Example sentence: The high crime rate made the neighborhood a patrolled area for police.

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