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pat down

The phrase “pat down” has 2 syllables: pat down

It's pronounced as /ˈpæt daʊn/

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In the thesaurus, “pat down” has 40 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for pat down along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for pat down

Antonyms for pat down

Meanings of pat down

  • verb
    1. To frisk; to check someone's body for concealed items, especially weapons.

Example Sentences

  • The security guard had to pat down each visitor at the entrance.
  • She did a quick pat down to check for her keys.
  • Police officers may pat down suspects if they have reasonable suspicion.
  • The flight attendant gave his pockets a gentle pat down before boarding.
  • He had to pat down his coat to find where he’d hidden the note.

On this page you'll find 45 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to pat down, such as: abandon, ascertain, audit, browse, comb, descry, detect.

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