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PATROLLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Patrolling.

Patrolling - 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)
protection14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
force10personnel11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Patrolling - as a verb

Maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
police10

Example Sentences

"The police officers were patrolling the neighborhood to ensure the safety of the residents."
"The security guards were constantly patrolling the premises to prevent any unauthorized access."
"The border patrol was patrolling the border to detect any illegal crossings."
"The park ranger was patrolling the trail to make sure all visitors were following the rules."
"The military soldiers were patrolling the area to maintain control over the disputed territory."
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Word Game Points

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

PATROLLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PATROLLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, patrolling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATROLLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PATROLLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, patrolling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATROLLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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