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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

patrol

/ˈpætrəʊl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does patrol mean?

noun, verb

A regular inspection or watch, especially one made by a police officer or a military patrol. To go around a place, especially to check on something or to make sure everything is in order.

Example

"The police patrol the streets at night to prevent crime."

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