patrolled

[pəˈtrəʊld]

patrolled Definition

• 1. to go around an area or a building to make sure that it is safe and that there is no trouble
• 2. to keep watch over an area by regularly walking or travelling around it

Using patrolled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "patrolled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The police patrolled the streets to prevent crime.

• Example

  The security guard patrolled the building every hour.

• Example

  The soldiers patrolled the border to ensure safety.

• Example

  The park ranger patrolled the forest to check for any illegal activities.

patrolled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for patrolled

• guard
• watch
• monitor
• police
• protect

Antonyms for patrolled

• neglect
• ignore

Phrases with patrolled

• patrol car

  a vehicle used by police officers to patrol the streets

  Example

  The patrol car chased after the speeding vehicle.

• patrol boat

  a boat used by coast guards to patrol the waters

  Example

  The patrol boat intercepted the smugglers' vessel.

• patrol officer

  a police officer who is assigned to patrol a specific area

  Example

  The patrol officer responded to the call for help.

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Summary: patrolled in Brief

To 'patrol' [pəˈtrəʊld] means to regularly monitor an area or building to ensure safety and prevent trouble. It is often done by police officers, security guards, or soldiers, as in 'The police patrolled the streets to prevent crime.' 'Patrol' can also be used in phrases like 'patrol car' and 'patrol officer,' and has synonyms like 'guard' and 'monitor.'