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PATROLS

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Patrols.

Patrols - 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)

Patrols - as a verb

Maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
police10

Example Sentences

"The police conducted regular patrols in the neighborhood."
"The security company hired extra patrols during the holiday season."
"The border patrols intercepted several illegal immigrants."
"The park ranger went on daily patrols to ensure visitor safety."
"The coast guard conducted patrols along the shoreline."
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Word Game Points

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

PATROLS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PATROLS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, patrols is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATROLS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PATROLS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, patrols is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATROLS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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