to patrol
Third Person
patrols
Present Participle
patrolling
Past Tense
patrolled
Past Participle
patrolled
1
to regularly move through a designated area, such as streets or neighborhoods, to ensure safety, security, and adherence to rules
transitive
- The security guard patrols the building perimeter to prevent unauthorized access.
- Police officers patrol the neighborhood to deter criminal activity and respond quickly to incidents.
- The soldiers patrolled the border to ensure the security of the country.
- Park rangers patrol natural reserves to safeguard wildlife and enforce conservation regulations.
- Security personnel patrol the mall to maintain a visible presence and respond to any disturbances.
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