pat down
US /pæt daʊn/
UK /pæt daʊn/
片語動詞
搜身, 拍打檢查
to search someone by feeling their outer clothing to check for hidden weapons or illegal items
範例:
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The security guard had to pat down every person entering the concert.
保安必須對進入音樂會的每個人進行搜身。
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Before boarding the plane, passengers might be subjected to a quick pat down.
登機前，乘客可能會接受快速搜身。