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# enhanced pat-down

noun phrase (an enhanced pat-down)

«enhanced pat-down» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism, official, US) a more thorough body search by security staff, using hands, at airports.

### In the lessons

Airport security term in the USA; neutral or hiding how intrusive the search is; official.

### Examples

- He received an enhanced pat-down at the airport.
- The security officer gave an enhanced pat-down after the alarm.
- Travellers complained about enhanced pat-downs.
- You can ask for a private room for an enhanced pat-down.
- The sign explains enhanced pat-down rules.
- A child needed an enhanced pat-down because of a toy in her pocket.

### Note

It means «thorough body search». Not a friendly pat on the back.