noun a search of a person's clothing or belongings for something concealed, especially a weapon
verb to search a person's clothing or belongings for something concealed, especially a weapon
In law enforcement, 'frisk' refers to the act of quickly patting down a person's outer clothing to search for weapons or contraband.
Security personnel may frisk individuals entering a building or event to ensure they are not carrying any prohibited items.
Private investigators may frisk individuals as part of their investigative work.
During airport security screenings, passengers may be frisked as part of the security process.
In prisons, guards may frisk inmates during searches for illegal items.
Store security may frisk suspected shoplifters to check for stolen merchandise.
In some schools, administrators may frisk students if there is suspicion of carrying weapons or drugs.
Border patrol agents may frisk individuals crossing the border to check for illegal items.
Police officers may frisk individuals during a stop and search to check for weapons or contraband.
Security guards may frisk individuals entering a secure area to ensure they are not carrying any prohibited items.
Border patrol agents may frisk individuals crossing the border to check for illegal substances or weapons.
Corrections officers may frisk inmates before allowing them into certain areas of a prison to prevent violence or smuggling.
Private investigators may frisk individuals under surveillance to gather evidence or information.
Bouncers may frisk patrons entering a nightclub to prevent weapons or other dangerous items from being brought inside.
Retail loss prevention officers may frisk suspected shoplifters to recover stolen merchandise.
Event security personnel may frisk attendees at large gatherings to ensure the safety of all participants.
Military personnel may frisk individuals during security checks to protect military installations or personnel.
Probation officers may frisk individuals under their supervision to ensure compliance with the terms of probation.