police :: Lexipedia - Where words have meaning

Nouns (3)

law, constabulary, police force

n. the force of policemen and officers; "the law came looking for him"

Verbs (2)

control, patrol

v. maintain the security of by carrying out a control

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Fuzzynyms (13)

monitor, supervise, ride herd on

v. keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance

protect

v. shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage; "Weatherbeater protects your roof from the rain"

shelter, bield, provide shelter for

v. provide shelter for; "After the earthquake, the government could not provide shelter for the thousands of homeless people"

hold, keep, maintain

v. keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean"; "hold in place"; "She always held herself as a lady"; "The students keep me on my toes"

audit, scrutinize, inspect

v. examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification; "audit accounts and tax returns"

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