Patrol ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Patrol ( noun )

1. A group of people or vehicles that move around an area to ensure security and enforce laws.
2. A military unit sent out to guard an area or protect against enemy activity.
3. An organized activity to monitor or control a particular area or activity.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french patrouille, from italian pattuglia, from patteggiare "to touch base", from patta "paw".

Examples:

1. The police patrol the streets at night.
2. The soldiers went out on a patrol.
3. The coast guard patrols the shoreline.
4. The lifeguard patrols the beach.
5. The park ranger patrols the trails.

(As a verb)

Patrol ( verb )

1. A group of people or vehicles that move around an area to ensure security and enforce laws.
2. A military unit sent out to guard an area or protect against enemy activity.
3. An organized activity to monitor or control a particular area or activity.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french patrouille, from italian pattuglia, from patteggiare "to touch base", from patta "paw".

Examples:

1. The police patrol the streets at night.
2. The soldiers went out on a patrol.
3. The coast guard patrols the shoreline.
4. The lifeguard patrols the beach.
5. The park ranger patrols the trails.