De patrouille
Example: De patrouille controleert elke avond de straten in de buurt.
Definition
"De patrouille" refers to a group or unit that regularly moves through a specific area to monitor and ensure safety, often checking for any signs of trouble or irregularities, especially in the context of neighborhood security or law enforcement.
Etymology
The term "de patrouille" comes from the French word 'patrouille,' which originally meant a small group of soldiers sent out to gather information or maintain order. It entered Dutch through military and policing contexts, retaining its meaning related to monitoring and security.
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"De patrouille" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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