Patrolling
- Pronunciation
- /pah-troh-ling/
- Category
- Behavior
- Singular
- Patrol
- Plural
- Patrols
Definition
The act of guarding or monitoring an area to protect it from threats.
Etymology
From French *patrouiller*, meaning 'to patrol', which is from Old French *patouiller*, meaning 'to paddle in mud' or 'to guard'.
Example
The guard bees patrol the hive entrance to protect it from intruders.
Related Terms
- Defense
- Guard